Elf Off the Shelf Fun Run
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Distance
- 2026 Elf of the Shelf Race
From the Organizer
This is the fourth and final installment of the Main Street Ripley 4 Seasons Race Series. Join us at Ripley City Hall just prior to the Christmas Parade for this evening 2-mile Fun Run around the avenues and ending at the Courthouse Lawn for the City Christmas Celebration! Awards may even be handed out by the big man himself!
Wear your Christmas best and join us for the last race of the year!
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
51°
Typical Low
28°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ripley, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ripley, WV
Population
3,066
as of 2023
Elevation
604 ft
Nearest Airport
CRW
Yeager Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 104 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Elf Off the Shelf Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
180
Days to train
- Race
- Elf Off the Shelf Fun Run
- Date
- December 5, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Elf Off the Shelf Fun Run?
- Elf Off the Shelf Fun Run is a running race held in Ripley, West Virginia 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 Elf Off the Shelf Fun Run?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Ripley, West Virginia at 203 South Church Street, Ripley, WV. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Elf Off the Shelf Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Elf Off the Shelf Fun Run
Dec 5, 2026