Mount Dora 1 Mile - Invitation Only
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile Race
From the Organizer
Invitation Only
Qualifying Time - all athletes must run under the qualifying time to be able to participate.
Women - 7:00 min Mile - 60+ please email your mile time
Men - 6:00 min Mile - 60+ please email your mile time
If you qualify, email us at info@run4acause.org
The Mount Dora 1-Mile Race, happening right before the Mount Dora Christmas Parade! This festive run is the perfect way to kick off the holiday cheer, whether you’re feeling naughty or nice. While it’s not a chip-timed event, a finish line clock will let you track your effort, and the Top Male and Female Finishers will be awarded. So, grab your festive gear, bring your holiday spirit, and join us for this merry mile of fun and friendly fast competition!
Schedule
9:30am - Bib Pickup
9:55-9:58am - 1 mile Race Start
10:00am - Parade Starts
🎄 Join us for the Mount Dora Naughty or Nice 1-Mile Race!
🎄 When? Just before the 66th Annual Mount Dora Christmas Day Parade at 9:55-9:58am
🎄 Where? Downtown Mount Dora starting at the E Jackson Ave & N Donnelly St
🎄 Why? To kick off the holiday festivities with a fun-filled run and parade
🕒 Finish Line Fun:
This is not a chip-timed race, but don’t worry—we’ve got a clock at the finish line so you can still celebrate your best effort!
🏆 Awards for the Fastest:
Top Male and Female finishers will be crowned the champions of this merry mile.
🎄Bring your holiday cheer, wear your festive gear, and make some unforgettable memories. Don't miss your chance to race through the streets of Mount Dora before the parade magic begins!
Will you be naughty, or will you be nice? See you at the start line!
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
74°
Typical Low
51°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mt Plymouth 1ssw, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mount Dora, FL
Elevation
61 ft
Nearest Airport
SFB
Orlando Sanford International Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Mount Dora 1 Mile - Invitation Only
- Date
- December 5, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Mount Dora 1 Mile - Invitation Only?
- Mount Dora 1 Mile - Invitation Only is a running race held in Mount Dora, Florida 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 Mount Dora 1 Mile - Invitation Only?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Mount Dora, Florida at 1300 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Mount Dora 1 Mile - Invitation Only?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Mount Dora 1 Mile - Invitation Only
Dec 5, 2026