Run LoCo Certified Half Marathon and 5K Elf On the Run
Run LoCo Certified Half Marathon and 5K Elf On the Run is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Lenior City, TN, with entry fees from $35 to $60.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (135 days to go)
- Price
- $35–$60
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
2026 will be the year to Run LoCo Half Marathon and Elf on the Run 5K! The Run LoCo Half Marathon will be a certified out and back race course starting and finishing at the Tellico Lake Canal Day Use Area. Scenic views of the Tennessee River, Downtown Lenoir City and the Greenway will be featured on this certified course. All Runners will receive a swag bag at registration including a Run LoCo Hoodie. Finishers will receive a finisher medal, wonderful views and fantastic day. Runners need to be registered by October 20 to guarantee swag.
Half Marathon Race starts at 8am, Elf on the Run will start at 8:05.
5K Elf on the Run will also be an out and back race utilizing start and finish at Tellico Lake Canal Day Use Area. Elf runners will receive swag bags and hoodies at registration, finisher medals, wonderful views and fantastic day! Registrations by October 15 will be guaranteed swag. Runners are encouraged to dress as the Elf normally found on a shelf.
All races support the mission of the Loudon County Education Foundation!
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
55°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lenoir City, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lenior City, TN
Nearest Airport
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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135
Days to train
- Race
- Run LoCo Certified Half Marathon and 5K Elf On the Run
- Date
- December 5, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Run LoCo Certified Half Marathon and 5K Elf On the Run
Dec 5, 2026