

Candy Cane Course - Tulsa 2026
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Entry fee
- From $22 · goes up to $36 on Oct 18, 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 12, 20269:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 18, 2026 | – |
| 15K | 15K | Dec 12, 20269:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Dec 12, 20269:00 AM | $27 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Dec 12, 20269:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 18, 2026 | – |
| Candy Cane 10K 2027 | 10K | Dec 12, 20269:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 18, 2026 | – |
| Candy Cane 15K 2027 | 15K | Dec 12, 20269:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| Candy Cane 5K 2027 | 5K | Dec 12, 20269:00 AM | $32$36 after Oct 18, 2026 | – |
| Kids Dash | Kids | Dec 12, 20269:00 AM | $22 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Dec 12, 20269:00 AM | $22 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Dec 12, 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 $36 on Oct 18, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K and Candy Cane 10K 2027 and Candy Cane 5K 2027: $32 until Oct 18, then $36 until Nov 22, then $40 until Dec 11, then $44 until Dec 12.
- 15K and Candy Cane 15K 2027: $32 until Oct 19, then $36 until Nov 23, then $40 until Dec 11, then $44 until Dec 12.
- 1 Mile: $27 until Dec 12.
- Kids Dash and Volunteer then Run: $22 until Dec 12.
Online registration closes Dec 12, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $32, entry is about the same as a typical 15K in Oklahoma ($32).
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:25 AM, and the 10K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 910 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
River West Festival Park, Tulsa, OK 74107
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 results5k
12k
Aggregated from official results for Candy Cane Course - Tulsa. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Candy Cane Course - Tulsa?
At the 2025 5k, the fastest tenth finished in 24:55 or better, the top quarter in 29:55, and half the field in 37:11; the last tenth came in after 52:07.
At the 2025 12k, the fastest tenth finished in 1:05:20 or better, the top quarter in 1:10:39, and half the field in 1:18:50; the last tenth came in after 1:49:27.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 29:55 | 26:02 |
| 20-29 | 24:47 | 20:17 |
| 30-39 | 29:55 | 24:28 |
| 40-49 | 34:57 | n/a |
| 50-59 | 46:04 | 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.
How fast is it?
About average for Oklahoma 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 29:55, against 29:22 in a typical Oklahoma 5K, so times here are about average.
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 12 the day usually runs from 37°F at dawn to 54°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 29°F and hot years reach 66°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
- River West Festival Park, Tulsa, OK 74107Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 910 feet
- Included with entry
- Sweatshirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 15K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Dec 12, 2026), 2025 (Dec 7, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Candy Cane Course - Tulsa?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $22 before processing fees, and rises to $36 on Oct 18, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Dec 12, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Oklahoma?
- At $32, 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, 122 runners finished the 5k; the median finish was 37:11 and the winner ran 17:45.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 29:55, against 29:22 in a typical Oklahoma 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- River West Festival Park, Tulsa, OK 74107.
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!