ChristmasTown 5K
Updated
Saturday, November 28, 2026, first start 6:00 PM, in McAdenville (Main Street). Distances: 5K. Entry from $50 to $60.
Course and race notes
Kick off your holiday with the most festive 5K this side of the North Pole!
Run through one of the world's most popular destinations for Christmas lights and feel the holiday spirit. It's a party you don't want to miss!
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, November 28
2026 · in 21 days
Start time
6:00 PM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$50 to $60
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Nov 28 (in 21 days)
Opened Jul 25, 2026
Race day in McAdenville
Weather
60° / 37°F
Typical high and low for November 28, with a 25% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Gastonia, NC (3.9 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:11 AM – 5:13 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday. The 6:00 PM start is after sunset, so bring a light and something reflective.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Nov 27
Where to stay
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.