The Christmas Eve 5k
The Christmas Eve 5k is a running race on December 24, 2026 in Pittsburgh, PA, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- December 24, 2026 (178 days to go)
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join Us at this Special Holiday Event!
The Christmas Eve 5k is back! All event participants will receive a Christmas themed finisher medal and a long sleeve race shirt! There will be hot chocolate, cookies, and more post-race refreshments for all! Start your celebration for the best holiday of the year with this family fun event! Runners & walkers welcome. Strollers are permitted. Age based pricing available during checkout. Don't miss out on this Christmas celebration!
Location: North Shore by PNC Park
Start Time: 10:00 AM
- Event Shirt Deadline: Must register by 11:59pm on Monday, December 8th to be guaranteed an event shirt in your size. (Shirts are still available! If you are able to select a shirt size during registration, you are guaranteed a shirt in that size!)
- Customized Bib Number Deadline: Must register by 11:59pm on December 1st to receive custom, Christmas-themed bib personalized with your name!
Awards: Awards will be given to the Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers plus the top 3 finishers in each of the following categories: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & Over. Only In-Person racers will be eligible for awards.
Packet Pickup:
Early Packet Pickup TBA.
There will be limited race day packet pickup available from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM by the start/finish area on the North Shore by PNC Park. We recommend you pick up your packet early to avoid long lines on race day.
Virtual race packets will be mailed and will not be available at in person packet pickup.
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
41°
Typical Low
24°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Emsworth L/D Ohio Rvr, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pittsburgh, PA
Population
303,620
as of 2023
City Elevation
743 ft
Nearest Airport
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 13 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
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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Waiting For?
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178
Days to train
- Race
- The Christmas Eve 5k
- Date
- December 24, 2026
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The Christmas Eve 5k
Dec 24, 2026