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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
830 J Street, Marysville CA
10K · 5K
40–57°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
37–50°F
dry
2024
40–60°F
dry
2023
44–63°F
dry
2022
44–56°F
rain
2021
43–62°F
dry
2020
36–63°F
dry
2019
49–60°F
dry
2018
43–53°F
rain
2017
41–62°F
dry
2016
38–55°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
40°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
On Saturday, December 5th at 8am, the Yuba-Sutter Training Zone will host the 2026 Running of the Elves 5k/10k. All proceeds from this race will benefit the Marysville High School Pride Booster Club.
COURSE: Starts in front of Yuba Sutter Training Zone (830 J St, Marysville, CA).
Online registration will close Friday, December 4th at midnight. If you miss online registration, you will be able to register day of, register early to save!!
Race bibs can be picked up on Friday, December 4th at the Training Zone after 12:00pm or on race day.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Begins at 7:15 am at Training Zone in Marysville, 10k will start at 8am and 5k to follow at 8:15am.
AWARDS: Medals will be presented to the first 3 male and female finishers in each division: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & older.
The Marysville High School Booster Club is a nonprofit that raises funds and brings together volunteers to support MHS students. They help provide equipment, materials, and opportunities for athletics, clubs, classrooms, and campus activities.
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