Insane Candy Cane 5K Run/Walk
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Insane Candy Cane 5K Run/Walk
The Insane Candy Cane 5K Run/Walk takes place in Batavia, Illinois, at the Peg Bond Center on December 6, 2026. The event offers in-person and virtual participation along with a kids dash the same day.
Distances
- 5K Run/Walk
- Kids Dash
- Virtual 5K Run/Walk (run between Dec 6 to Dec 14, 2026)
Packet pick up is available before race day at Dick Pond Athletics in St. Charles and on race day at the Peg Bond Center. Registration options include a Complete Package with a race shirt, finisher medal, and access to the food tent; a Budget Package with a finisher medal and food tent but no race shirt; and a Virtual option with race SWAG mailed to participants the week of December 6.
Age group awards are offered, including Top Overall Male and Top Overall Female and 1st through 3rd places in age categories ranging from 10 and under up through 80 and over. The event lists various prizes provided in past years, such as a Garmin Forerunner 165, wireless earbuds, a smart TV, apparel, socks, gift cards, and other items. Elves are noted as appearing on the course.
Virtual participants can record activity with tracking apps or submit manual results during the virtual window. Volunteers support the event and are acknowledged in the event materials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
