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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
Shelter #1 Tennessee Riverwalk, Chattanooga TN
5K · 10K · Half
38–54°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
39–50°F
dry
2024
22–39°F
dry
2023
36–49°F
dry
2022
48–61°F
rain
2021
38–61°F
rain
2020
35–57°F
dry
2019
44–52°F
dry
2018
29–44°F
dry
2017
37–48°F
dry
2016
48–56°F
rain
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About this race
Get ready for a holiday race with a playful twist! Welcome to the White Elephant 5K/10K/Half Marathon—the event inspired by everyone’s favorite gift-swapping tradition, where surprises, silliness, and a little friendly chaos make the fun. Just like the classic holiday game, this race celebrates the joy of “re-gifting,” transforming leftover treasures into unforgettable memories.
Athletes will select their preferred shirt size at registration, but the actual shirt remains a mystery until after the race. When you cross the finish line, you’ll unwrap your very own surprise bundle—a race shirt and finisher medal from a previous event, packaged White Elephant–style for a fun and festive reveal. We'll be dashing along the Tennessee River Trail starting at 9:00 am.
In addition to the post-race surprises, we’ll honor performance in the traditional way with awards to the top three male and female finishers in five-year age groups, beginning with 10 & under and continuing through our most experienced participants.
With distances for every level—a festive 5K, a spirited 10K, and a challenging Half Marathon—the White Elephant Run is the perfect way to celebrate the season with humor, heart, and holiday cheer.
Welcome to the White Elephant 5K/10K/Half Marathon—unwrap the fun, embrace the unexpected, and enjoy every mile of this joyful holiday tradition!
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