Run Elf Run
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About the race
Run Elf Run is a community run and walk held in downtown Pontiac on 12/05/2026, staged prior to the Holiday Extravaganza parade. The event uses the parade route and the start line is at the corner of Saginaw and Pike. Packet pick up is inside the 7 North building, located between The Fillmore 13 Brewery and Kegger Burger.
Distances
- 5K (3.1 Miles), chip timed out-and-back road race
- 0.25 Mile Santa Kids' Run, non timed quarter mile for parents and children
The 5K route is closed to traffic and marked with orange cones. There is one water station on the 5K course. Registered 5K participants receive a finisher's medal, a Run Elf Run long sleeve T-shirt, a race bib, and finish line refreshments. Post-race beer and a pretzel are available at The Fillmore 13 Brewery; participants must present ID for beer and may request a soft drink instead.
Awards for the 5K include a certificate for a free pair of running shoes (up to $180 value) for the overall male and female winners, candy cane trophies for 1st through 3rd overall males and females, and candy cane trophies for age group winners (10 year increments, three deep). Candy cane trophies are replicas and not edible.
Registration details: 5K registration opens 5/15/2026 and closes 10/22/2026, fee $30.00. Kids' run registration opens 5/15/2026 and closes 12/05/2026, fee $10.00. The Santa Kids' Run awards a different medal, a Scholastic children's book, and a sweet treat to registered children. The WinterFUN Festival is located up the road at Saginaw and Huron Street. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
