Candy Cane Course - Oklahoma City 2026
- Date
- Sunday, December 13, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Entry fee
- From $22 · goes up to $38 on Oct 20, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a hoodie or sweatshirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $34$38 after Oct 20, 2026 | – |
| 15K | 15K | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $34$38 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $27 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $34$38 after Oct 20, 2026 | – |
| Candy Cane 10K 2027 | 10K | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $34$38 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Candy Cane 15K 2027 | 15K | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $34$38 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Candy Cane 5K 2027 | 5K | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $34$38 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Kids Dash | Kids | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $22 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $22 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $38 on Oct 20, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $34 until Oct 20, then $38 until Nov 24, then $42 until Dec 12, then $46 until Dec 13.
- 15K and Candy Cane 10K 2027 and Candy Cane 15K 2027 and Candy Cane 5K 2027: $34 until Oct 19, then $38 until Nov 23, then $42 until Dec 12, then $46 until Dec 13.
- 1 Mile: $27 until Dec 13.
- Kids Dash and Volunteer then Run: $22 until Dec 13.
Online registration closes Dec 13, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $34, entry is about the same as a typical 15K in Oklahoma ($32).
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:30 AM, and the 10K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,210 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Wheeler Park, Oklahoma City, OK 73108
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (3 years)5k
12k
Aggregated from official results for Candy Cane Course - Oklahoma City. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Candy Cane Course - Oklahoma City?
At the 2025 5k, the fastest tenth finished in 25:55 or better, the top quarter in 31:01, and half the field in 38:17; the last tenth came in after 53:01.
At the 2025 12k, the fastest tenth finished in 1:01:11 or better, the top quarter in 1:09:28, and half the field in 1:17:28; the last tenth came in after 1:48:25.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 27:54 | 20:43 |
| 20-29 | 26:51 | 24:19 |
| 30-39 | 28:54 | 24:02 |
| 40-49 | 28:44 | 22:59 |
| 50-59 | 38:05 | 26:00 |
| 60-69 | 43:12 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
About the same size since 2023.
All events combined, from official results.
Candy Cane Course - Oklahoma City 5K year by year
From 2023 to 2025, the field went from 263 to 269 finishers, and the median time rose from 37:56 to 38:17.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 269 (+43%) | 38:17 | under 25:55 | 19:32 |
| 2024 | 188 (-29%) | 39:02 | under 27:06 | 19:47 |
| 2023 | 263 | 37:56 | under 26:17 | 19:09 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Oklahoma 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:01, against 29:22 in a typical Oklahoma 5K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around December 13 the day usually runs from 37°F at dawn to 55°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 28°F and hot years reach 65°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Wheeler Park, Oklahoma City, OK 73108Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,210 feet
- Included with entry
- Sweatshirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 15K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Dec 13, 2026), 2025 (Dec 6, 2025), 2024 (Dec 7, 2024), 2023 (Dec 9, 2023), 2022 (Oct 30, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Candy Cane Course - Oklahoma City?
- Sunday, December 13, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $22 before processing fees, and rises to $38 on Oct 20, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Dec 13, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Oklahoma?
- At $34, entry is about the same as a typical 15K in Oklahoma ($32).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a hoodie or sweatshirt, 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?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 15K, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 269 runners finished the 5k; the median finish was 38:17 and the winner ran 19:32.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:01, against 29:22 in a typical Oklahoma 5K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- Wheeler Park, Oklahoma City, OK 73108.
From the organizers
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k,12 & Under are only $22!
5k/10k/15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!