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Elves for the Shelves

Elves for the Shelves is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Liberty, IN, with entry fees from $15 to $25.

Date
December 5, 2026 (43 days to go)
Price
$15–$25
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Join us for the second annual Elves for the Shelves 5K and Jingle Dash! This race will begin and end in downtown Liberty, Indiana where Christmas in our Hometown will be taking place. We encourage participants to wear their most festive holiday attire. All 5k race participants will receive a long sleeve race shirt. Jingle Dash participants will receive a t-shirt. Please note you are only guaranteed a shirt if you sign up by November 28th.  Come out for a festive holiday run for the whole family! 

 

Events

5K Run$25
5K Walk$25
Jingle Dash$15

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

46°

Typical Low

28°

Chance of Rain

36%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Brookville, 14 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:45 AMSunset 5:15 PMDaylight 9h 30m

About Liberty, IN

City Elevation

990 ft

Nearest Airport

CVG

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 41 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

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Waiting For?

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43

Days to train

Race
Elves for the Shelves
Date
December 5, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Elves for the Shelves?
Elves for the Shelves is a running race held in Liberty, Indiana 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 Elves for the Shelves?
Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Liberty, Indiana at Kehila Coffee. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Elves for the Shelves?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Elves for the Shelves

Dec 5, 2026

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