Candy Cane 5k Dash is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Washington, VA.
CANDY CANE 5K DASH
Run or walk through scenic, historic Little Washington, VA
Dress in your holiday best!
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BENEFITING
THE COURSE
DATE
LOCATION (Race starts and finishes)
REGISTRATION
5K RACE
TIMING
COST
Until November 30th – T-Shirt Included
December 1st to December 12th – No T-Shirt
AWARDS
WHAT TO BRING
QUESTIONS?
***EVENT CANCELLATION
There is no alternate date for ice or snow. In inclement weather, race organizers may cancel the event or change the race or course for safety. Entry fees are non-refundable under all circumstances, and participants accept the risk of losing their paid fee. No complimentary entry to a future race will be offered. We will make every effort to provide a fair, safe, and exciting event. Any decision to proceed will be based on overall event safety.
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
47°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sperryville, 6 mi from the venue.
City Elevation
658 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Candy Cane 5k Dash
Dec 12, 2026