Candy Cane Course - Cincinnati
Updated
Saturday, December 12, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Hamilton (Rentschler Forest Park-Cummins Shelter). Distances: 1 mile, 5K, 10K, 9.3 miles. Entry from $27 to $38; the 5K goes from $38 to $42 after November 22.
Course and race notes
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k!
A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -. Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal. Chip-timing with live results and awards. Free photos. Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line. Plenty of fun!
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 12
2026 · in 35 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Location
Rentschler Forest Park-Cummins Shelter
Hamilton, OH 45011
Area: Butler & Warren Counties, Cincinnati
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile5K10K9.3 miles
Price
$27 to $38
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Sun Nov 22 (in 15 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 12 (in 35 days)
Opened Sep 4, 2025
Race day in Hamilton
Weather
44° / 26°F
Typical high and low for December 12, with a 39% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Hamilton Butler Co Rgnl Airport, OH (4.5 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:48 AM – 5:14 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 11
Where to stay
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