
From the Organizer
Get ready for a holiday race with a twist! The White Elephant 5k - inspired by the gift-swapping tradition, where surprises, silliness, and a little friendly chaos make the fun.
The gift remains a mystery until after you complete the race. When you cross the finish line, you’ll choose from the available gifts, unwrapping your very own surprise- packaged White Elephant-style for a fun and festive reveal.
Welcome to the White Elephant 5K, unwrap the fun, embrace the unexpected, and enjoy every mile of this joyful holiday tradition!
The run is dog friendly. State parks require dogs to be leashed with no more than a 6ft leash.
All proceeds will go to the park to support trail maintenance and educational programs.
Events
Weather
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
51°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Corbin, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
155 ft
Nearest Airport
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · 40 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at White Elephant, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
White Elephant
Dec 5, 2026