Festivus Run
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Festivus 5K Run
Festivus 5K Run is the 12th race in the Race the Region Series, hosted at Running Vines Winery, 101 Broadway, Chesterton, IN on December 13, 2026. The event includes a chip-timed 5K and a separate untimed kids' fun run.
- 5K / 3.1 Miles
- 1K Kids Dash all finishers receive a santa hat
Chip timing is used and timing mats are placed at the starting line so each 5K participant's start time is recorded as they cross the start. Participants must start within five minutes of the official start or they will be assigned gun time and may be disqualified. Finish times are sent via text and email and results are continually updated online while the race is in progress. All course turns will have directional signs.
Finishers receive a custom medal and a custom certificate. Awards include custom overall and age group prizes; miniature Festivus Poles will be awarded to top overall male and female, top masters male and female, and the top three male and female finishers in these age groups: 10 and under; 11-12; 13-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75 and up.
Registration opens December 8, 2025 and closes November 21, 2026. Registration fees listed are $30.00 for the 5K and $10.00 for the kids dash. Advanced packet pick-up and registration are available at Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, IN on the two days before the race, and packet pick-up and race day registration occur at Running Vines Winery. Participants must be registered before November 17 to guarantee shirt sizes. Online signup has no processing fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
