A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 LAS VEGAS 2026
- Date
- Saturday, December 26, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Entry fee
- From $30
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K Registration | 10K | Dec 26, 20267:30 AM | $42 | – |
| 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration | Half Marathon | Dec 26, 20267:30 AM | $45 | – |
| 5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) | 5K | Dec 26, 20267:30 AM | $30 | – |
| 5K Registration | 5K | Dec 26, 20267:30 AM | $37 | – |
| Family 1 Mile Fun Run | Kids | Dec 26, 20267:30 AM | $35 | – |
| Virtual Run RegistrationVirtual | 5K | Dec 26, 20267:30 AM | $37 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K Registration: $42 until Dec 26.
- 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration: $45 until Dec 26.
- 5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt): $30 until Dec 26.
- 5K Registration: $37 until Dec 26.
Online registration closes Dec 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Nevada ($45).
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:49 AM, and the 10K Registration starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 1,930 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Sunset Park (Course Map will be emailed), Las Vegas, NV 89120
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around December 26 the day usually runs from 41°F at dawn to 57°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 33°F and hot years reach 64°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 6 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Sunset Park (Course Map will be emailed), Las Vegas, NV 89120Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,930 feet
- Included with entry
- Running Shirt + Packet; T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Dec 26, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 LAS VEGAS?
- Saturday, December 26, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Dec 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Nevada?
- At $45, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Nevada ($45).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- Sunset Park (Course Map will be emailed), Las Vegas, NV 89120.
From the organizers
🎅 🎄 Join the Christmas Run! 🎄 🎅
Jingle All the Way: A Merry Christmas Run!" is a delightful Holiday run that reminds us of the true essence of Christmas – spreading love, giving selflessly, and cherishing the joy of togetherness with family, friends, and even strangers, all while getting a run in before the Christmas festivities!
Forget the massive, impersonal race-day crowds. We keep things small, personal, and local, so every run feels less like a number and more like a memory. Whether it's a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or virtual run, you'll get the warmth of a hometown event.
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