2026 Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Distance
- 2026 AORTA Toys for Tots 1-Mile · 2026 AORTA Toys for Tots 5K · 2026 AORTA Toys For Tots 10K
From the Organizer
CONTINUING IN 2026! — FINISHER MEDALS (PLUS THE T-SHIRT!) FOR ALL RUNNERS!
We’re thrilled to announce that we'll be featuring commemorative finisher medals for every 1-Mile, 5K, and 10K participant crossing the finish line! And don’t worry — the medal is in addition to the traditional long-sleeve commemorative race t-shirt! Every finisher will receive both a 2026 Toys for Tots medal AND the souvenir t-shirt that our runners know and love.
Event Information: Mark your calendars! The Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K returns on Saturday, December 12th, held in coordination with the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program and the City of Auburn Department of Public Safety. Start the holiday season in a festive mood with a 5K, 10K or 1-Mile Fun Run! All participants are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to help brighten the holidays for children in need. This year, Toys for Tots donations are more important than ever. The weak economy has left many families facing job losses, furloughs, or extended financial hardship - and every contribution helps bring hope and joy to local children this holiday season. By joining the Toys for Tots Race, you'll help bring our community together to share the true spirit of giving. Register online by November 30th to receive a souvenir festive t-shirt!
Location: The race will start at Wrights Mill Road Elementary with an 8:00 AM start for the 1-Mile followed by the 5K and 10K at 8:30 AM.
Early Bird Registration 9/1/26-9/30/26: 1-Mile ($20), 5K ($30), 10K ($40)
Regular Registration 10/1/26-10/31/26: 1-Mile ($23), 5K ($35), 10K ($45)
Late Registration 11/1/26-12/8/26: 1-Mile ($27), 5K (40), 10K ($50)
Very Late/Race Day Registration 12/9/26-12/12/26: 1-Mile ($35), 5K ($50), 10K ($65). Online only (no cash or checks)
Early Packet Pickup**: Friday, December 11th at TCBY, Auburn from 4:00-6:00 PM.
** Very Late Registrations packet pickup on race day.
Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration: 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM at Wrights Mill Road Elementary.
** Includes Very Late Day Registration packet pickup
Race Day Schedule
7:00-7:45 Packet Pickup/Race Day Registration
8:00 1-Mile Start
8:30 5K/10K Start
10K Award Categories*
1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall Male and Female along with top (first) Male and Female in the following age groups:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K Award Categories*
1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall Male and Female along with top (first) Male and Female in the following age groups:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
* All awards must be picked up at the event. Final official results will be posted with 48 hours race completion at https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/40251#resultSetId-616779;perpage:100
Parking: WMR Elementary, across the street at the Town Creek Inclusive Playground, and at the parking lot across from Town Creek Park.
Water Stops: Water/Gatorade will be available every 1-1/2 miles.
** Please remember to bring a new, unwrapped toy to be distributed to less fortunate children **
Refunds are not allowed for this race
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
58°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Auburn No.2, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Auburn, AL
Population
78,738
as of 2023
Elevation
662 ft
Nearest Airport
CSG
Columbus Airport · 32 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 95 mi
Time Zone
Central 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 2026 Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K
- Date
- December 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K?
- 2026 Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K is a running race held in Auburn, Alabama 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 2026 Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Auburn, Alabama at 807 Wrights Mill Road, Auburn, AL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K
Dec 12, 2026