Upper Cumberland Foster Closet Santa Run 5k
- Date
- December 19, 2026
- Location
- 55 N Walnut Ave, Cookeville, TN
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $20–$35
From the Organizer
🎅🎄 Santa Run 5K & Kids Fun Run 🎄🎅
Join us on December 19 for a holly jolly morning of fun, fitness, and Christmas cheer at our Santa Run benefiting The Upper Cumberland Foster Closet. We serve foster children and foster families in our community! ❤️
Whether you’re a serious runner or just want to make fun holiday memories with your family, this event is for everyone!
🏃♂️ 5K Santa Run
Perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Dress in your favorite festive attire — Santa suits, elf costumes, Christmas pajamas, tutus, ugly Christmas sweaters, or holiday accessories are highly encouraged!
🎁 1-Mile Kids Fun Run
A fun and exciting run just for kids! Participants can enjoy a festive course filled with holiday spirit, music, and surprises along the way. Kids are encouraged to dress up too!
🏆 We will also have a prize for BEST DRESSED, so get creative and show off your holiday spirit!
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
50°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
44%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cookeville, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cookeville, TN
Population
35,544
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,133 ft
Nearest Airport
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 66 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Upper Cumberland Foster Closet Santa Run 5k
- Date
- December 19, 2026
- Location
- 55 N Walnut Ave, Cookeville, TN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Upper Cumberland Foster Closet Santa Run 5k?
- Upper Cumberland Foster Closet Santa Run 5k is a running race held in Cookeville, Tennessee on December 19, 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 Upper Cumberland Foster Closet Santa Run 5k?
- Saturday, December 19, 2026 in Cookeville, Tennessee at 55 N Walnut Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Upper Cumberland Foster Closet Santa Run 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Upper Cumberland Foster Closet Santa Run 5k
Dec 19, 2026