Illinois · 5K
Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run
Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run is a 5K event held in Crete, Illinois. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, December 5, 2026.
- Race day
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- Crete, IL
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Location
- Crete, Illinois
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM CST
About the Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run
Gather your Christmas spirit and chase down the Grinch in our Crete Country Christmas Grinch 5K. Runners, Walkers, Strollers are all welcome to dress for the occasion in Grinch Green and come out for fun. The race will benefit the Crete Food Pantry. We ask all participants to bring a nonperishable food item to donate on the morning of the race. Included in your 5K registration: Grinch 5 K Race Shirt Fruit, water, granola provided in runner's tent. Satisfaction of completing a 5K in December Bre…
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Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run: common questions
- When is the Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, December 5, 2026.
- Where is the Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run held?
- In Crete, Illinois.
- What distances does the Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run?
- Yes — registration is open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run start?
- 8:00 AM CST.
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