Candy Cane Course-Louisville

Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 9:00 AM EST

Location: Louisville, KY; TBD, 40245
Type: RUN

At a glance

Embrace the holiday spirit with a fun, family-friendly run offering multiple distances, festive swag, and delicious treats at the finish.

Fun
Festive

Who it's for

Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, families

Join 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

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

7 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

50m
Sat, Dec 5, 9:00 AM EST · From $25.98
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
1 Miles
Sat, Dec 5, 9:00 AM EST · From $30.98
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST
3.1 Miles
Sat, Dec 5, 9:00 AM EST · From $38.28
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Aug 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

+ 4 more options

6.2 Miles
Sat, Dec 5, 9:00 AM EST · From $38.28
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Aug 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
9.3 Miles
Sat, Dec 5, 9:00 AM EST · From $38.28
Opens Dec 22, 2025, 8:36 AM EST · Closes Aug 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Virtual Race
Sat, Dec 5, 9:00 AM EST · From $46.28
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Dec 5, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
Volunteer then Run
Sat, Dec 5, 9:00 AM EST · From $25.98
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Dec 5, 2026, 4:15 AM EST

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Walkers welcome

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!

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