Candy Cane Course-Columbus

Sun, Dec 13, 2026, 4:00 AM EST

Location: Columbus, OH 43209
Type: Run

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

A joyful, Christmas-themed run in Columbus offering multiple distances, custom swag, and finish line treats for the whole family.

Fun
Festive

Great for

Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers Welcome

Join the annual Candy Cane Course in Columbus, Ohio, for a festive, family-friendly run on December 13, 2026. This Christmas-themed event offers 5K, 10K, and 15K distances, plus a 1-mile untimed option and a kids' dash. Runners can expect a fun atmosphere, complete with great swag and delicious treats at the finish line. A virtual race option is also available for those who cannot attend in person, ensuring everyone can enjoy the holiday spirit and earn their custom medal.

What to expect

Enjoy a festive, family-friendly atmosphere with 5K, 10K, 15K, 1-mile, and kids' dash options.
Receive a designer shirt and custom finisher medal, with chip-timing and live results for longer distances.
Look forward to free photos and delicious treats at the finish line.

Standout details

Christmas-themed event
Designer shirt & custom medal
Free photos
Delicious finish line treats

Perks & features

Medal
Swag Included

From the public listing; confirm on the official site.

Distances & registration

5 options

Use the official signup link above for all distances.

5K
1 option · closes Dec 13, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
7mo 15d 10h 43m left
- General entry
  Closes Dec 13, 2026, 6:59 PM EST · From $34.28
10K
1 option · closes Dec 13, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
7mo 14d 19h 59m left
- General entry
  Closes Dec 13, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $34.28
15K
1 option · closes Dec 13, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
7mo 14d 19h 59m left
- General entry
  Closes Dec 13, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $34.28
Other options
2 options · closes Dec 13, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
7mo 14d 19h 59m left
- Kids Dash
  Closes Dec 13, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $25.98
- Virtual Race
  Closes Dec 13, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $48.28

Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.

From the organizer

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!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22!

5k/10k/15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt and an awesome finisher medal!

The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!