Elves & Bells 5K 2026
Elves & Bells 5K 2026 is a running race on November 14, 2026 in Spindale, NC, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- November 14, 2026 (38 days to go)
- Location
- 119 Tanner St., Spindale, NC
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
RACE RESULT LINKS:
Overall Live Results
Age Group
The 2026 Elves & Bells 5K is going to be a magical way to kick off the Christmas Season! Join us in a fun-filled race and wear your favorite Christmas gear. What's the best part about participating? 100% of the funds raised go directly to Family Resources of Rutherford County. Family Resources consists of Rutherford County's domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking shelter (Path Shelter), group foster home (Noah's House), and children's advocacy center (Clara Allen Family Center).
Make sure you wear your most festive attire!
Age Groups for the 5K:
5 & Under, 6-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65-70, 71+
Awards will be Given for:
1st Place female and male for age groups 5 Under
1st and 2nd Place female and male for age group 6-9
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place female and male for all other age groups
Overall Male and Overall Female
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Overall
Race will start at the Spindale House.
MUST REGISTER BY OCTOBER 30TH TO SECURE SHIRT.
Events
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
63°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Forest City 8 W, 5 mi from the venue.
About Spindale, NC
Population
4,244
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,009 ft
Nearest Airport
AVL
Asheville Regional Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 56 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Elves & Bells 5K 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
38
Days to train
- Race
- Elves & Bells 5K 2026
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Location
- 119 Tanner St., Spindale, NC
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Elves & Bells 5K 2026
Nov 14, 2026