Insane Candy Cane 5K Run/Walk
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Insane Candy Cane 5K Run/Walk
The Insane Candy Cane 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Sunday, December 6, 2026, at the Peg Bond Center in Batavia, Illinois. The event includes an in-person 5K and a Kids Dash, and also offers a virtual 5K option that can be completed between December 6 and December 14, 2026. The course features visible helpers along the route referred to as Elves.
Distances:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Kids Dash
- Virtual 5K completed December 6 to December 14, 2026
Registration is offered in multiple packages. The Complete Package includes a race shirt, finisher medal, and access to the food tent. A Budget Package includes a finisher medal and access to the food tent without a race shirt. Virtual participants receive event SWAG shipped the week of December 6, 2026.
Packet pick up is available before race day at Dick Pond Athletics in St. Charles, Illinois, and on race day at the Peg Bond Center in Batavia, Illinois. Awards include top overall male and female and 1st through 3rd place in age-group categories beginning at 10 and under, continuing through five-year age ranges up to 80 and over.
Prizes listed for recent events include electronic devices, apparel, bags, mittens, sunglasses, socks, and gift cards. Electronic prizes are not returnable, gift cards are not exchangeable for cash, and event tickets delivered electronically are non-transferable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
