Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K
When is Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K?
Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K takes place on Saturday, December 19, 2026 in Waco, TX.
What distances does Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K offer?
Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K offers 2 events: 5K - Timed Run/Walk - includes cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by December 9, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST, 1K Non-Timed Fun Run/Walk - includes cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by December 9, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K - Timed Run/Walk - includes cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by December 9, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST | — | $35.00 | Register |
| 1K Non-Timed Fun Run/Walk - includes cotton blend short sleeved shirt, guaranteed only if registered by December 9, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CST | — | $30.00 | Register |
How much does Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K cost?
Registration for Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K held?
Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K is held in Waco, TX at 100 S University Parks.
About Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos 5K/1K
Whether you're dashing like Dasher or just strolling like Santa on his cookie break, get ready for some festive fun at our "Jolliest Bunch of Runners This Side of the Brazos" Christmas 5K/1K Run/Walk!
Expect to see a mix of speedsters, joyful joggers, and merry walkers all coming together to enjoy a scenic route along the Brazos River. With hot cocoa stations, holiday tunes, and even a surprise visit from the big man in red himself, it's bound to be the most wonderful run/walk of the year! 🎅🏼🏃🏽♂️🎄
So, lace up those sneakers, don your jolliest attire for contest - best elf, reindeer, and Santa costume.
Throw on your Santa hat and join us for a day of festive fitness and fun. Remember, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is running and walking—whether it's far or near!
Race Week Schedule:
Friday, Dec 18th:
Early Packet Pick Up and Onsite Registration - 4 o’clock to 7:00 PM Waco Running Company, 700 Franklin Ave
Saturday, Dec 19th:
6:30 am - 8:30 am Packet Pick Up - Indian Spring Park, 100 S University Parks
8:30 a.m. One Mile Fun Run/Walk
9:00 a.m. 5K Timed Run/Walk - USATF certified course: https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=TX15045LAB.
10:00 am Awards Ceremony
The 1K is a fun run so just that... FUN! The 5K is a professionally timed event with awards for overall male and female, masters male and female, as well as age group awards! Even better, there is an award for the best Griswold costume! So dress your best and show us your holiday style!
Shirts are ordered on Dec 9th; you must be registered by then to be guaranteed your shirt and size. Yes, we order extras, but they will be distributed based on date and time of registration.... this is good news - you don't have to run fast, you just have to register fast!
Race Day Registration will be available but does come with an "inconvenience fee"...save $5 by registering prior to race day and use it for some cranberry sauce!
On that note, finisher medals take 6 weeks to make so they will be distributed to the first 500 registrants; if those people do not show up on race day, they will be distributed based on your date of registration.
Course Map:
5K: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53422239
One Mile:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45015584
For more information, contact Nancy Goodnight at rockbridgerunner@gmail.com or 254-405-2518