Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K (Dayton)
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Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K (Dayton)
The Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K in Dayton takes place on July 12, 2026. The event is based at Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway and uses the Great Miami River Recreational Trail for the course route. Packet pickup and check-in are available for both the half marathon and the 5K.
Event offerings include:
- Live Half Marathon
- Live 5K
- Half Marathon Pacer
The organizer lists early registration prices for the live events: the half marathon at $59.99 and the 5K at $30.99, with prices scheduled to increase after January 16, 2026. A half marathon pacer option is offered at no cost. The event includes themed race items described as Chillin' Hawaiian summer Christmas swag and a blinking light finisher's medal. A post-race Christmas party is planned.
Teams can earn financial bonuses: when a team reaches five participants, the first four members receive $5 cash back and the fifth and subsequent members receive a $5 discount on their race fee. The event page notes sponsors and local partners and lists additional course maps and packet pickup options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
