Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run

Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run Race Information

<h3>The Pagoda Pacers Athletic Club is happy to invite you to the 39th annual Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run!</h3> <p>Looking to squeeze one last fun event in over the Christmas break? This race is always a family favorite, with proceeds benefiting the Berks County Cross Country Coaches Association. So grab your friends &amp; family and close out 2025 with us!</p> <p> </p> <p><b>Course</b><b>: </b>The course features a mix of road and easy trail sections through Blue Marsh and the Union Canal Trail.<b> </b>We&#39;ll be running clockwise this year. Strollers and walkers are welcome.<b> Dogs are not permitted at this event. </b></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Registration Fees: </strong>ALL registration fees are RACE ONLY </p> <ul><li>$25 per runner through November 27th, 2025</li><li>$30 per runner from November 28th to December 15, 2025 at midnight</li><li>Day-of registration: $30 (hoodies will not be available for purchase)</li><li style="font-weight:bold"><strong>ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON DECEMBER 15th at 11:59PM EST</strong></li></ul> <p><em>Option to add a hoodie for an additional cost during checkout.</em></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Hoodies: </strong></p> <ul><li>This year&#39;s hoodie color is Indigo Blue. You can see a mock up when you register. </li><li>Hoodies are not included with the race registration cost but can be added to your order during the checkout process for $22 until November 27th, 2025</li><li>Deadline to order: November 27th, 2025</li><li><strong>Must be picked up at the race before the start; no holds, no mailing. No additional hoodies will be sold at the event.</strong></li></ul> <p> </p> <p><b>Race Day Info</b><b>:</b></p> <ul><li>Registration: 8:30 AM  |  Race Start: 10:00 AM</li><li>Same-day registration will be available at $30 per runner (no hoodie option)</li><li>Leave your doggy pals at home, please. No dogs permitted at this event. </li></ul> <p> </p> <p><b>Awards</b><b>:</b></p> <ul><li>Overall: Top 2 male and female (not eligible for age group awards)</li><li>Age Groups: Top 3 male and female in 5-year brackets from U14 to 80, plus a 80&#43; category</li></ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Weather</strong>: In case of inclement weather on race day, updates will be sent to the email address used for registration. </p> <p> </p> <p>Keep up with the latest updates and race fun by joining our Facebook Group: <a title="Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run Facebook Group" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/756775099468738/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run</a></p>