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When
Saturday, December 12th, 2026
Where
Lock 9, Piqua OH
Distances
5K · 10K
About this race
23rd Annual Holly Jolly 5K & 10K Run
”O’ Christmas Tree”
Hosted by Mainstreet Piqua
Saturday, December 12, 2026 Race Starts at 10 a.m. Registration: 9 – 9:45 a.m.
COURSE
- Type: Out and back course begins and ends at Lock 9 Park.
- Path: The run will take place on the Great Miami Riverway Path.
- Direction: Starting headed North with a turnaround and return to Lock 9 for the finish.
ENTRY FEE
- Standard Fee: $25 includes Long Sleeve 100% cotton T-shirt on or before December 1st 2026.
- No Shirt Option: $20 without a shirt.
- Late Fee: $25 (No Shirt) after December 1st.
- Race Day Fee: $30 on the day of the race.
AGE DIVISIONS
- Categories: Male & Female 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over.
AWARDS
- Overall Winners: Top three male and overall top three female.
- Category Winners: Top three male and female in each category (No duplications).
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
- Location: Route will start and finish at Lock Nine (near the bottom of the ramp).
- Type: Both the 5k and the 10k will be "out and back" routes.
- Water Stop: Planned approximately 1.25 miles into the course.
- Map: Directions Map
PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION
- Location: Crooked Handle starting at 8:45am on race day.
- Volunteers: Look for our volunteers inside the Crooked Handle special events room.
POST-RACE CELEBRATION
AWARDS AND DOOR PRIZES AFTER FINISH!
More Information
For further details, visit the official race page: Holly Jolly 5K & 10K Run.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Dec 11 – 13, 2026.
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