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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
TBD, Ann Arbor MI
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · 15K
24–36°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
21–28°F
dry
2024
11–24°F
dry
2023
25–41°F
dry
2022
30–37°F
dry
2021
30–44°F
dry
2020
37–53°F
rain
2019
16–36°F
dry
2018
23–38°F
dry
2017
12–30°F
dry
2016
24–33°F
rain
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About this race
🎉 Race Overview
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
🎁 Event Highlights
- Great Swag: designer shirt & custom medal
- Chip-timing: with live results and awards
- Free photos: capture your moments
- Delicious Treats: waiting at the finish line
🎈 Fun for Everyone!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
🏃♀️ Virtual Option
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
👶 Special Pricing
Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22!
🏅 Registration Details
- 5k/10k/15k: registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- 1 Mile: registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- Kid's Dash: is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
- Registration Deadline: Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
📅 Event Date and Location
The Candy Cane Course will take place on December 12, 2026, at TBD, Ann Arbor, MI.
🔗 More Information
For more details and to register, visit the official page: Candy Cane Course Ann Arbor.
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