The ELF Run 5k & 1mi

The ELF Run 5k & 1mi Race Information

<p>&#x1f384;&#x1f9dd;‍♂️ <strong>THE ELF RUN 5K &amp; 1 MILE</strong> &#x1f9dd;‍♀️&#x1f384;<br /><strong>December 20, 2025 – Fireman’s Park, McAllen, TX</strong></p> <p>Join us this holiday season for a festive morning of running, giving, and Christmas cheer at The Elf Run 5K &amp; 1 Mile! Lace up, dress up, and help us spread joy to children across the Rio Grande Valley — a portion of proceeds and all donations will benefit the 7th Annual 4EVE RGV Toy Drive. </p> <p>&#x1f3c6;<strong> Elf Costume Contest!</strong><br />Think you have the BEST elf outfit?<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline">Winner receives a $40 Visa Gift Card.</span></p> <p><strong>Bring a toy for a Kid in need this season and Puro9:56Racing will share the love back with a 50% off promo code for our next event! </strong></p> <p>Whether you&#39;re racing for a PR, jogging with family, or coming dressed as the jolliest elf in town, this event is the perfect way to celebrate the season and support a great cause.</p> <p> <br />&#x1f384; Event Details<br />&#x1f4c5; Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025<br />&#x1f4cd; Location: Fireman’s Park<br />201 N. 1st Street<br />McAllen, TX 78501</p> <p>&#x1f3c3;‍♂️ 5K Run: 8:00 a.m. (no late arrivals over 5 minutes from start time)<br />&#x1f6b6;‍♀️ 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: 8:10 a.m.</p> <p> <br />&#x1f4e6; Packet Pickup<br />Location: TBD</p> <p>Packet Pickup is for:</p> <p>All 5K participants (with or without shirt)<br />1 Mile participants who purchased a shirt add-on<br />If participating in the 1 Mile without a T-shirt, you may check in on race morning.</p> <p> <br />&#x1f4b2; Registration Fees<br />5K Run: $30<br />1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: $15</p> <p>&#x1f455;<strong> Shirt Deadline: December 5th</strong><br /><strong>(After this date, shirt sizes available only while supplies last)</strong></p> <p> <br /> <strong>What’s Included:</strong><br />⏱️ Chip Timing &amp; Live Results (5K only)<br />&#x1f3c5; Finisher Medals for all 5K and 1 Mile participants<br />&#x1f455; Race Shirt (included with 5K; optional add-on for 1 Mile)<br />&#x1f37d;️ Food, Hydration Bar, &amp; Fresh Fruit after the run<br />&#x1f3b6; DJ Music &amp; Holiday Vibes<br />&#x1f384; Festive Christmas Themed Photo Wall<br />&#x1f388; Inflatable Arch – Start/Finish Line<br />&#x1f4f8; Free Race Photos<br />&#x1f6cd;️ Local Vendor Booths</p> <p><br />&#x1f3c6; Age Group Awards – 5K Run<br />Top Male &amp; Female in these age groups:<br />12 &amp; under, 13–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70&#43;<br />Top Overall Male &amp; Female Awards</p> <p> <br />&#x1f384;✨ Be part of The Elf Run 5K &amp; 1 Mile — a festive, family-friendly celebration of community, giving, and holiday spirit!<br />Help bring Christmas joy to children in the RGV this year with every step you run or walk.</p>