12K's of Christmas
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- 2225 Benton Dr, Redding, CA
- Distance
- 12K's of Christmas (12K) · 2 Turtle Dove Mile (2M) · 2 Turtle Dove Mile ( Kids 14 & Under) 2M
From the Organizer
Ho Ho Ho.
Come on out and run 12Ks with us or maybe 2 Turtle Dove Miles, your choice.
Long sleeve shirts, awards, music and some Christmas Fun.
Overall awards, top 3 in each age group receive custom medals.
Races start at 9am.
Packet pickup on race day starting at 7:30am at Lake Redding Park Pavilion area.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
54°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
43%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Shasta Dam, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Redding, CA
Population
93,268
as of 2023
Elevation
616 ft
Nearest Airport
RDD
Redding Municipal Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
SMF
Sacramento International Airport · 140 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 12K's of Christmas, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 12K's of Christmas?
- 12K's of Christmas is a running race held in Redding, California on December 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 12K's of Christmas?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Redding, California at 2225 Benton Dr, Redding, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 12K's of Christmas?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
12K's of Christmas
Dec 12, 2026