Christmas Half Marathon in July - North Pole
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Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - North Pole
The Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon is scheduled for July 26, 2026, at North Pole Middle School in North Pole, Alaska. The event offers in-person races and a virtual race option for those who cannot attend on site.
Distances
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
All athletes who cross the finish line receive a custom finisher medal and a race-themed shirt. Awards are presented to men and women in five-year age groups for each distance, with age-group scoring starting at 10 and under. Self-serve water stations are available approximately every 1.5 miles. Participants must maintain at least a 16 minute per mile pace.
Registration deadlines include a last day to register to guarantee shirt size on July 16. The event runs rain or shine; there are no refunds, deferments, or transfers. In the event of extreme weather the organizers may cancel for participant safety and no refunds will be provided. Virtual participants submit results online and results are posted the Monday after the event date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
