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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
TBD, St. Paul MN
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · 15K
17–31°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
15–26°F
rain
2024
6–19°F
dry
2023
22–35°F
dry
2022
11–29°F
dry
2021
27–39°F
rain
2020
20–38°F
dry
2019
13–37°F
dry
2018
16–29°F
dry
2017
16–29°F
rain
2016
28–40°F
dry
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About this race
🎄 Candy Cane Course 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: enjoy lasting memories
- 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 Race 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!
👦 Youth Pricing
Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22!
🏅 Registration Details
- 15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
- 5k/10k 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!
- Kids' Dash: a fun, untimed dash for 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 Information
Date: 2026-12-05
Location: TBD, St. Paul, MN
More Information: Candy Cane Course Registration
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Live prices near the start line, Dec 4 – 6, 2026.
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