14th Annual Running of the Elves 5K
Date and Time
Saturday Nov 21, 2026
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
🏃 Race Day Details:
- Packet Pickup: Begins at 7:00 a.m. near the End Zone
- Race Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location
Wildcat Stadium
Fees/Admission
Showcase your business! Your logo will be proudly displayed on the back of the official 2026 Elf Run T-shirt, gaining exposure to all participants. Love to cook? Join us as a pancake chef! Each cook will prepare approximately 200 small pancakes using a 🔥 propane griddle (electricity will not be provided). This is a fun way to get involved and serve up some holiday cheer! 🎉 Booth spaces are complimentary! However, each exhibitor must provide at least one of the following: 🎪 Please Note: Exhibitors must bring their own tents. 🎅✨ Join us in making the 2026 Elf Run a magical experience for the community! ❄️🎄👕 T-Shirt Sponsorship – $150
🥞 Pancake Cooks – No Fee!
🎪 Exhibitor Booths – Free to Participate!
✅ Refreshments 🥤🍎
✅ Giveaways valued at $1 or more 🎁
✅ A fun, family-friendly activity 🎨🎯
Contact Information
Hope Williams
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Description
Registration to run NOW OPEN! https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Central/ElfRun5K
T-Shirt Sponsors, Vendors, and Pancake Cooks—click the "Register" button on the right to sign up!
Join us for the 14th Annual Running of the Elves! Get ready for a holly jolly time in Central as we run, celebrate, and spread holiday cheer. All Elf Runners are encouraged to dress merry and bright!
🎄 Elf Runner Perks:
- Register by November 4 to receive a t-shirt!
🥞 Calling All Pancake Cooks!
- No charge to participate!
- Must be ready to cook approximately 200 small pancakes using a propane griddle.
🎪 Exhibitors Welcome!
- No fee to participate.
- Must provide refreshments, giveaways worth at least $1, or a family-friendly activity.
- Please note: Sales are not permitted at the Elf Run.
🎉 The Festivities Continue!
The Annual City of Central Chamber of Commerce Pancake Cook-Off kicks off the Shop Central First Christmas Campaign!
Cross the Running of the Elves 5K finish line and celebrate with the cheeriest cookoff of the year—a perfect way to support and spotlight Central's local businesses!
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