Run Tampa Tinsel Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Al Lopez Park, Tampa, FL
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $25–$35
From the Organizer
Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
5k @ 8:00 a.m.
1 mi @ 8:10 a.m
Race day packet pickup starts at 7:00.
PARKING: Park anywhere in the park. The Start/Finish and Packet pickup are on the back side, a short walk from the front parking.
Activities, start/finish, and packet pickup at Shelter 315 on the back side of the park. Parking is free.
5K Race:
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Chip timed
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Gender specific shirt guaranteed if registered by December 3rd. *Female runs small.
- Unique gnome finisher medal
1 mile Fun Run:
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Not timed. Not chipped.
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Gender specific shirt guaranteed if registered by December 3rd. *Female runs small.
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Unique gnome finisher medal
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No age group/overall awards. Under 17 must be with parent.
5k Virtual:
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Gender specific shirt guaranteed if registered by December 3rd. *Female runs small.
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Shirt and medal mailed to participant. Registration closes December 3rd.
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Unique finisher medal
Awards for 5K:
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Unique stuffed gnome awards to top three overall, male and female
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Unique 5K age group awards, 3 deep: Under 15, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
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Running shoes from Feet First & New Balance to 1st place male/female adult and male/female under 15
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$20 Feet First Gift Card to 1st place in each age group
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Two Middle of the Pack Awards, $100 toward running shoes from The Running Center
Pre-Race Registration Fees:
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5K: $35. Price increases to $40 on August 10th, and to $45 on November 11th, plus processing fee
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Virtual 5k: $35 plus processing fee. Registration closes November 28th for virtual event.
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1 Mile Fun Run: $25. Price increases to $30 on August 10th and to $35 on November 11th, plus processing fee
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up:
Wednesday, Dec. 9th, The Running Center, 14427 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, North Tampa, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec 10th, at Feet First, 3401 Bay to Bay Avenue, South Tampa, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Race Day Schedule:
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7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. bib/shirt pickup
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8:00 a.m. - 5K starts
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8:10 a.m. - 1 Mile Fun Run starts
Transferring: Due to insurance/liability policies, race bibs/numbers may not be transferred or given away UNLESS done via 'managing your registration' on this website, legally. You may legally transfer your race bib at no charge via your race registration confirmation if done by December 6th.
To switch from 'in person' to virtual, go to your dashboard, but this must be done prior to November 28th. Click profile, scroll down to the race, then go to Manage Registration.
More About Run Tampa
Learn more about Run Tampa Club here. While this race is put on by Run Tampa, it is a public event.
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
75°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tampa Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tampa, FL
Population
393,389
as of 2023
City Elevation
17 ft
Nearest Airport
TPA
Tampa International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
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Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run Tampa Tinsel Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run Tampa Tinsel Run?
- Run Tampa Tinsel Run is a running race held in Tampa, Florida on December 12, 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 Run Tampa Tinsel Run?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Tampa, Florida at Al Lopez Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run Tampa Tinsel Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run Tampa Tinsel Run
Dec 12, 2026