Louisiana · 1 Mile · 3.47 Miles
Running of the Elves 5K
Running of the Elves 5K is a 1 Mile and 3.47 Miles event held in Central, Louisiana. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, November 21, 2026.
- Race day
- November 21, 2026
- Location
- Central, LA
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Location
- Central, Louisiana
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 3.47 Miles
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM CST
About the Running of the Elves 5K
Running of the Elves 5K Saturday, November 21, 2026 Central Wildcat Stadium 13845 Hooper Rd. Central, LA 70818 Participate in the 14th Annual Running of the Elves. Dressing in your best holiday attire is encouraged. Start your holiday season off with a picturesque run around our quaint city of Central. Participants registered by November 12th are guaranteed to receive a finishers medal, and a t-shirt. Package Pickup will be at Central Community Athletics Gym on Friday, November 20th from 10 am …
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Running of the Elves 5K: common questions
- When is the Running of the Elves 5K?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, November 21, 2026.
- Where is the Running of the Elves 5K held?
- In Central, Louisiana.
- What distances does the Running of the Elves 5K offer?
- 1 Mile and 3.47 Miles.
- How do I register for the Running of the Elves 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Running of the Elves 5K?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Running of the Elves 5K start?
- 8:00 AM CST.
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