The ELF Run 5k & 1mi
The ELF Run 5k & 1mi is a running race on December 19, 2026 in Mission, TX.
- Date
- December 19, 2026 (37 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🎄🧝♂️ THE ELF RUN 5K & 1 MILE 🧝♀️🎄
December 19, 2026 – Mission Hike & Bike, Mission, TX
Join us this holiday season for a festive morning of running, giving, and Christmas cheer at The Elf Run 5K & 1 Mile! Lace up, dress up, and help us spread joy to children across the Rio Grande Valley — portion of proceeds, all donations, and sponsorship funds will benefit the 8th Annual 4EVE RGV Toy Drive.
🏆 Elf Costume Contest!
Think you have the BEST elf outfit?
Winner receives a $50 Valley Running Gift Card.
Bring a toy for a Kid in need this season and Puro9:56Racing will share the love back with a 50% off promo code for a future event!
Whether you're racing for a PR, jogging with family, or coming dressed as the jolliest elf in town, this event is the perfect way to celebrate the season and support a great cause.
🎄 Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
📍 Location: Mission Hike & Bike Trails
1801 Native Land Design, Mission, Tx 78572
🏃♂️ 5K Run: 8:00 a.m. (no late arrivals over 5 minutes from start time)
🚶♀️ 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: 8:10 a.m.
📦 Packet Pickup: Friday Dec. 18th 2026 - 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Location: Valley Running in McAllen (1701 Dove Ave W J, McAllen, Tx 78504)
Packet Pickup is for:
All 5K & 1mile participants (with or without t-shirt), as all participants will need to pick-up their Event Bibs.
💲 Registration Fees
5K Run: $30
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: $15
👕 Shirt Deadline: November 27th
What’s Included:
⏱️ Chip Timing & Live Results (5K only)
🏅 Finisher Medals for all 5K and 1 Mile participants
👕 Race Shirt (included with 5K; optional add-on for 1 Mile)
🍽️ Tacos, Hydration Bar, & Fresh Fruit after the run
🎶 DJ Music & Holiday Vibes
🎄 Festive Christmas Themed Photo Wall
🎈 Inflatable Arch – Start/Finish Line
📸 Free Race Photos
🛍️ Local Vendor Booths
🏆 Age Group Awards – 5K Run
Top Male & Female in these age groups:
13 & under, 14–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+
Top Overall Male & Female Awards
🎄✨ Be part of The Elf Run 5K & 1 Mile — a festive, family-friendly celebration of community, giving, and holiday spirit!
Help bring Christmas joy to children in the RGV this year with every step you run or walk.
Events
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
72°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
11%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mcallen, 5 mi from the venue.
About Mission, TX
Population
19,205
as of 2023
City Elevation
171 ft
Nearest Airport
MFE
McAllen Miller International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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37
Days to train
- Race
- The ELF Run 5k & 1mi
- Date
- December 19, 2026
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The ELF Run 5k & 1mi
Dec 19, 2026