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Candy Cane Course - Lincoln

Candy Cane Course - Lincoln is a running race on December 13, 2026 in Lincoln, NE, with entry fees from $22 to $28.

Date
December 13, 2026 (143 days to go)
Location
Holmes Lake Park, Lincoln, NE
Price
$22–$28
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k!  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/12k, 12 & Under are only $22!
  • 5k/12k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
     *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
**Please note a $10 parking fee is required to enter the park, unless you have an RSU Annual Pass**

Events

Kids Dash$22
Volunteer then Run$22
1 Mile$27
5K$28
10K$28
15K$28
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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

39°

Typical Low

18°

Chance of Rain

20%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lincoln 8 Ene, 6 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:42 AMSunset 4:59 PMDaylight 9h 17m

Host City

About Lincoln, NE

Population

291,932

as of 2023

City Elevation

1,159 ft

Nearest Airport

LNK

Lincoln Airport · 4 mi

Major Hub

OMA

Eppley Airfield · 53 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

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143

Days to train

Race
Candy Cane Course - Lincoln
Date
December 13, 2026
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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.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Candy Cane Course - Lincoln?+
Candy Cane Course - Lincoln is a running race held in Lincoln, Nebraska on December 13, 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 Candy Cane Course - Lincoln?+
Sunday, December 13, 2026 in Lincoln, Nebraska at Holmes Lake Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Candy Cane Course - Lincoln?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Candy Cane Course - Lincoln

Dec 13, 2026

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