Events
Online Registration is Open!
Early Package Pickup Info:
Packet containing runner bib, elf hat, t-shirt (if registered in time) and additional swag can be picked up at:
Central Community Athletics Gym located at 10510 Joor Rd
Friday, November 22, 2024 from 10am-5pm.
Race Day:
Race day packet pickup will begin at 6:45 am.
The Fun Run will begin at 7:45 am with the 5k immediately to follow
Race Day Registration is $40 for the 5k and $30 for the 1 mile fun run. This is payable via cash, credit/debit or Venmo
Description
Running of the Elves 5K
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Central Wildcat Stadium
13845 Hooper Rd. Central, LA 70818
Participate in the 12th Annual Running of the Elves. Dressing in your best holiday attire is encouraged. Start your holiday season off with a picturesque run around our quaint city of Central.
Participants registered by November 8th are guaranteed to receive an elf hat, a finishers medal, and a t-shirt.
Package Pickup will be at Central Community Athletics Gym on Friday, November 22nd from 10 am - 5 pm.
Race day packet pickup will begin at 6:45 am at the race site (Wildcat Stadium).
The Fun Run will begin at 7:45 am with the 5k to follow immediately after
Immediately following the race:
FREE pancakes and coffee for EVERYONE 🥞 ☕️
Pictures with Santa Claus 🎅🏼
Giveaways 🏅
Fire truck and Sparky the Dog 🚒 🐶
Kid activities 🤸🏼♀️🤸🏼♀️
After the Race:
All participants will receive a finisher's medal.
Top Runner Awards from Rogers Regional Eye Center.
Costume Contest will be awarded too!
This event will be professionally chip timed by Pelican Timing.
Registration Fees:
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Registration through October 1st, 2024- $30
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Registration October 2nd through November 21st, 2024- $35
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Day of Race Registration Nov. 23rd, 2024: $40
ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS AT 11:59pm ON NOVEMBER 21st, 2024
T-shirts will be provided for registrations by November 8th, 2024
This year we will also be selling our unique Race t-shirt separately. These additional t-shirt sales will end on 11/16/2024.
If you're not a runner or want one for a friend or family member you can purchase it here.
5K Age Groups:
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1-14
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15-19
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20-29
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30-39
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40-49
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50-59
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60-69
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70+
5K Awards:
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Top Overall Male
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Top Overall Female
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1st and 2nd Male in each age group
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1st and 2nd Female in each age group
Fun Run awarded to Overall Top Male and Female
The Race Benefits the Central Chamber of Commerce and its Shop Small Business Saturday Campaign.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Fun Run Map
5K Map
Sponsors
Central Chamber of Commerce
Our Mission
To serve our members and community by promoting and protecting a pro-business environment.
Directions
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