Christmas in July 5K
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Christmas in July 5K - Fresno, CA
The Christmas in July 5K is scheduled for July 18, 2026, in Fresno, California, along Christmas Tree Lane, with the start and finish near Palm and Van Ness. The event offers both an in-person 5K and a virtual option.
- 5K Run/Walk
- 3.1 Miles Virtual Run
The course is described as fast, flat, and shaded. The virtual run is completed on the participant's own time and at their chosen location; those results are not official and are not posted. Organizers will mail a finisher medallion and event shirt within two weeks after the event for virtual participants.
Registration details differ by event. Registration for both events opens July 31, 2025. The 5K registration closes May 12, 2026, and the virtual registration closes July 19, 2026. The listed registration fees are $40.00 for the 5K Run/Walk and $55.00 for the Virtual Run. Children aged nine and under are automatically registered at a discounted entry rate during registration.
The event is part of the California Classic Runner of the Year Series and is noted as a 10 point race in that series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
