Candy Cane Course-Louisville
Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 9:00 AM EST
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Embrace the holiday spirit with a fun, family-friendly run offering multiple distances, festive swag, and delicious treats at the finish.
- Fun
- Festive
Fun
FestiveGreat for
- Family Friendly
- Kids & Youth
- Walkers Welcome
Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers WelcomeJoin the annual Candy Cane Course in Louisville for a festive and fun experience perfect for the whole family. This Christmas-themed event offers 5K, 10K, and 15K distances, plus a 1 Mile untimed option and a kids' dash. Participants receive a designer shirt, custom medal, and free photos. Enjoy chip-timing with live results and awards, alongside delicious treats at the finish line. A virtual race option is also available to ensure everyone can join the holiday cheer and earn the fun swag.
What to expect
- Run or walk 5K, 10K, or 15K, or enjoy a 1-mile untimed option.
- Kids 10 and under can join a special untimed dash.
- Receive a designer shirt, custom medal, and free race photos.
Standout details
- Christmas-themed event
- Designer shirt & custom medal
- Free photos & delicious treats
- Youth-based pricing available
Perks & features
- Medal
- Swag Included
Medal
Swag IncludedFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
6 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
50m
1 option · closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
7mo 6d 19h 57m leftKids Dash
Closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $25.98
1 Mile
1 option · closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
7mo 6d 19h 57m leftGeneral entry
Closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $30.98
5K
1 option · closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
7mo 6d 19h 57m leftGeneral entry
Closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $38.28
10K
1 option · closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
7mo 6d 19h 57m leftGeneral entry
Closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $38.28
15K
1 option · closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
7mo 6d 19h 57m leftGeneral entry
Closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST · From $38.28
Other options
1 option · closes Dec 5, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
7mo 7d 10h 41m leftVirtual Race
Closes Dec 5, 2026, 6:59 PM EST · From $46.28
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/10k15k! 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!