Dream Finders Homes 12Ks of Christmas, Christmas 5k & Kids Races
Updated
Saturday, December 19, 2026, first start 7:30 AM, in Winter Garden (14111 Shoreside Way). Distances: 1K, 5K, 12K. Entry from $15 to $50; the 12K goes from $50 to $55 after November 27.
Course and race notes
Don’t miss this fun, Christmas-themed 12K and 5K run that the whole family can enjoy!
We will have hot cocoa, appearances by jolly old St. Nick and his elves, photo opps and much more holiday fun! Stay tuned for race updates from the North Pole! When: Saturday, December 19, 2026.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 19
2026 · in 42 days
Start time
7:30 AM
Earliest wave
Location
14111 Shoreside Way
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Area: Kissimmee, Clermont & Winter Garden, Orlando
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1K5K12K
Price
$15 to $50
Plus the platform's processing fee
12K goes up after Fri Nov 27 (in 20 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Fri Dec 18 (in 41 days)
Opened Jul 25, 2026
Race day in Winter Garden
Weather
73° / 51°F
Typical high and low for December 19.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Orlando W, FL (5.3 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:13 AM – 5:33 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday. The first start is 17 minutes after sunrise.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
15 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest 0.4 mi away.
Places to eat
- Agave Bandido restaurant0.2 mi
- Chick-fil-A quick bite0.2 mi
- BarTenders restaurant0.2 mi
- Ford's Garage restaurant0.2 mi
17 places to eat within 0.6 mi.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 18
Where to stay
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.