Christmas 2026

Christmas Races in Gainesville, Florida

4 Christmas and holiday races in Gainesville, FL this season. The busiest days are Saturday, December 12 and Saturday, December 19. A typical entry fee is around $30. Dates and fees come straight from race registration and refresh every night.

Christmas races

on Sat, Dec 12

$30

typical entry fee

with a kids race

Saturday, December 12

Holiday 5K & 10K at Gainesville, FL (50)

8:00 AM start

5K 10K

from $30

Santa Paws 5k-9 and 10K-9 Run/Walk - Gainesville

8:30 AM start

5K 10K

from $40

Saturday, December 19

FTC Jingle Bell Jog 5k and Holiday Social

8:00 AM start

from $25

Saturday, December 26

Holiday 5K & 10K at Gainesville, FL (52)

8:00 AM start

5K 10K

from $30

Quick answers

When are Christmas races in Gainesville, FL in 2026?: Most run on weekends before Christmas Day. The busiest days are Saturday, December 12 (2), Saturday, December 19 (1), and Saturday, December 26 (1).
How much does a Christmas race cost in Gainesville, FL?: Most charge between $29 and $33 for their current entry tier, with a typical fee of $30 before processing fees. Many raise prices as Christmas gets closer.
What distances do Christmas races offer?: Of the 4 races, 4 include a 5K, and 3 a 10K. Walkers are welcome at most of them.
What is the biggest Christmas race in Gainesville, FL?: FTC Jingle Bell Jog 5k and Holiday Social, with 155 finishers across its events in 2025.
What is the weather like for Christmas races in Gainesville, FL?: Based on five years of weather at these races, Christmas week typically runs from about 53°F at dawn to 71°F in the afternoon, with rain on about 12 percent of days. Morning starts are usually close to the low.
Do Christmas races sell out?: Most do not, but the largest cap their fields, so check each race's registration page before Christmas week.