Downtown Christmas Run
- Date
- December 10, 2026
- Location
- Rhino Coffee, Shreveport, LA
- Distance
- Adult 5k · Kids 5k
From the Organizer
The Sportspectrum Tradition that will get everyone in the Christmas Spirit!! Our unique 3 loop course (3.1 miles) takes you through, past, and amongst tens of thousands of Christmas Lights lining the course, lots of Christmas decorations, & Christmas music.
Come out and join us for a HO HO HO good time!!!
Entry Fee:
Early registration - thru November 14th - $25.00
Race Day Dec. 11th - $40.00.
***If you do not want a race shirt you can save $5.00 on your registration by choosing the I do not need another race shirt option and it will take $5.00 off your entry at checkout.
Packet Pick-up:
Monday December 8th - Wednesday December 10th from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
at Sportspectrum
Thursday, December 11th at Sportspectrum from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and then again at the race site starting at 5:30 p.m.
Date & Starting Times:
Thursday, December 11th - 3.1 mile Run/Walk (3 loops) begins at 7:00 pm
Awards:
Adult 5k:
Overall winners and runner-up male and female for the 3.1 mile run will receive a $100 and $75.00 gift certificates, respectively to Sportspectrum.
Age group winner and runner-up will receive special prizes in the following age group categories:
19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
Awards:
Kids 5k:
Overall male and female winners will each receive a $50.00 gift card to Sportspectrum.
1st & 2nd male & female in the following age groups also take home an award: 9-under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-18
Special Note:
No dogs allowed on the course.
Refund & Race entry transfer policy:
Refunds:
We understand that things come up. If you can no longer run the race, and need cancel more than 30 days in advance, you will receive 100% refund. If you cancel between 30 days and two weeks prior to race day, you will receive 50% refund. We will not allow any refunds less than two weeks before race day. But we can transfer your registration to another SRM race that is in the same calendar year.
Race entry Transfers:
We will allow race entry transfers to another person as long as the transfer is done at least two weeks prior to race day. There is a $10.00 charge for transfers. No exceptions.
Please contact SRM if you need to cancel or want to transfer a race entry. Email: run.srm@gmail.com
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
61°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Shreveport Dwtn Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Shreveport, LA
Elevation
169 ft
Nearest Airport
SHV
Shreveport Regional Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Downtown Christmas Run?
- Downtown Christmas Run is a running race held in Shreveport, Louisiana on December 10, 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 Downtown Christmas Run?
- Thursday, December 10, 2026 in Shreveport, Louisiana at Rhino Coffee, Shreveport, LA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Downtown Christmas Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Downtown Christmas Run
Dec 10, 2026