Mistletoe Run

DEC

5

2026

A winter road race in downtown Winston Salem offering a half marathon, 5K and 1 mile Fun Run with entertainment and medals. The event raises funds for YMCA youth programs and community financial assistance.

Sat 5 Dec 2026

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Website Registration

Half Marathon 5 kilometers

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Mistletoe Run

The Mistletoe Run is an annual road race organized by the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina. The 43rd edition takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA in downtown Winston Salem. The event includes multiple distances and an updated course that is USATF sanctioned.

Race amenities and event features listed by the organizer include bounce houses, music, cheerleaders, community mascots, and donuts at the finish line. Every participant receives a race shirt. Finishers in the 5K and half marathon receive finisher medals as they cross the finish line.

Distances offered:

Half marathon
5K
1 mile Fun Run

The Mistletoe Run is presented by Bell Davis Pitt and serves as the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina's largest fundraiser. Proceeds benefit children in the local community by providing financial assistance and funding for youth programming such as swim lessons, summer camp, and before and after school care. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon

5 km

5k Run

1 Mile Fun Run