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Elf Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk

Elf Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Kermit, TX, with entry fees from $20 to $35.

Date
December 12, 2026 (30 days to go)
Price
$20–$35
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Run, Walk, and Celebrate! The City of Kermit and 3rd Annual Elf Run 5K & 1.5-Mile Walk

The elves are lacing up again! 🧝‍♂️🎅
Join us for the 3rd Annual Elf Run 5K and 1.5-Mile Walk — the perfect way to celebrate the season with family, friends, and festive fitness.

Fun, laughter, and holiday spirit await — register today before spots fill up! 🎄👟

#ElfRun5K

All proceeds will go to the Kermit Police Department for dispatch training.

🎄 Great Amenities Await! 🎅
Enjoy all the holiday fun at the 3rd Annual Elf Run 5K & 1.5-Mile Walk, featuring:

✨ Christmas Music to keep you in the spirit
📸 Holiday Pictures 
🎩 Free Elf socks with Every Registration
🛍️ Local Food Vendors

Introducing our 1st Baby Elf Prix!

Calling all little racers! 🏎️🎅

Toddlers ages 2–3 years old are invited to join the fun! Bring your own Little Tikes car and come race in our very first Baby Elf Prix!

We can't wait to see these little elves hit the track! ❤️🎄

*no registration needed for the Baby Elf Prix*

📦 Packet Pick-Up:
  Saturday, December 12
📍 Winkler County Recreation Center, 1991 Tommy Thompson Kermit, TX 79745
⏰ 7:30 Am - 8:15 Am

🏨 Hotel Accommodations for the Elf Run 5K & 1.5-Mile Walk:

Holiday Inn Express Kermit, an IHG Hotel
1019 County Rd 313, Kermit, TX 79745 • (432) 653-4455

Cobblestone Inn & Suites – Kermit
876 S East Ave, Kermit, TX 79745 • (432) 586-3333

Kermit Inn
304 TX-302, Kermit, TX 79745 • (432) 586-6693

Southern Inn & Suites Kermit
738 S East Ave, Kermit, TX 79745 • (432) 586-2540

Budget Inn of Kermit
165 W Jim Sharp Blvd, Kermit, TX 79745 • (432) 586-2548

📌 Plan your stay and enjoy all the holiday fun with ease!

 

Events

Elf 1.5 mile walk$20
Elf Run 5k$35

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

30°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Kermit, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:43 AMSunset 5:49 PMDaylight 10h 6m

About Kermit, TX

Nearest Airport

MAF

Midland International Air and Space Port · 53 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Elf Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

30

Days to train

Race
Elf Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk
Date
December 12, 2026

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Elf Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk?
Elf Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk is a running race held in Kermit, Texas on December 12, 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 Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk?
Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Kermit, Texas at 1991 Tommy Thompson. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Elf Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Elf Run 5k & 1.5 Mile Walk

Dec 12, 2026

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