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Ho Ho 5k

Ho Ho 5k is a running race on December 6, 2026 in Portland, OR, with an entry fee of $40.

Date
December 6, 2026 (146 days to go)
Price
$40
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

The triumphant return of a holiday classic.  A festive 5K exuding the holiday spirit! HoHo's and Snoballs (Hostess) to all finishers.  Dress up encouraged and, keeping with tradition, there will be free trees AND THE FRUITCAKE!!  IYKYK!! 

Get in the spirit and bring canned food and jackets/blankets and come out for a great 5K run and walk!  Also collecting cat and dog food for the humane society! Friendly dogs are welcome.  

Late registration and number pick-up will begin at 8 AM race morning.  Bring some warm clothes to change into so you can enjoy the festive post event fun!

Events

Ho Ho 5k$40

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

49°

Typical Low

35°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Beaverton 2 Ssw, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:36 AMSunset 4:28 PMDaylight 8h 52m

Host City

About Portland, OR

Population

642,715

as of 2023

City Elevation

35 ft

Nearest Airport

PDX

Portland International Airport · 6 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

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

146

Days to train

Race
Ho Ho 5k
Date
December 6, 2026

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Portland than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Lodging
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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Ho Ho 5k?+
Ho Ho 5k is a running race held in Portland, Oregon on December 6, 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 Ho Ho 5k?+
Sunday, December 6, 2026 in Portland, Oregon at Cook Park. 17005 SW 92nd Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Ho Ho 5k?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Ho Ho 5k

Dec 6, 2026

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