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Candy Cane Course- St. Paul

Date
December 5, 2026
Location
Lake Elmo Park, Lake Elmo, MN
Distance
Kids Dash · 1 Mile · 5K & more
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From the Organizer

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k!  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/10k, 12 & Under are only $22!
  • 15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • 5k/10k 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!

Events

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Virtual Race9 AMRegister →
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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

32°

Typical Low

19°

Chance of Rain

17%

Based on US Climate Normals data from St Paul Downtown Ap, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:36 AMSunset 4:32 PMDaylight 8h 57m

Host City

About Lake Elmo, MN

Population

12,504

as of 2023

Elevation

914 ft

Nearest Airport

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 8 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

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Candy Cane Course- St. Paul
Date
December 5, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Candy Cane Course- St. Paul?
Candy Cane Course- St. Paul is a running race held in Lake Elmo, Minnesota on December 5, 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- St. Paul?
Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Lake Elmo, Minnesota at Lake Elmo Park, Lake Elmo, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Candy Cane Course- St. Paul?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Candy Cane Course- St. Paul

Dec 5, 2026

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