Run Tampa Tinsel Run
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When is Run Tampa Tinsel Run?
Run Tampa Tinsel Run takes place on Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Tampa, FL.
What distances does Run Tampa Tinsel Run offer?
Run Tampa Tinsel Run offers 3 events: 1 Mile Fun Run, 5k, Virtual 5k.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
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| 1 Mile Fun Run | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 5k | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5k 44 spots left | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
How much does Run Tampa Tinsel Run cost?
Registration for Run Tampa Tinsel Run starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Run Tampa Tinsel Run held?
Run Tampa Tinsel Run is held in Tampa, FL at Al Lopez Park.
About Run Tampa Tinsel Run
Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
5k @ 8:00 a.m.
1 mi @ 8:10 a.m
Race day packet pickup starts at 7:00.
PARKING: Park anywhere in the park. The Start/Finish and Packet pickup are on the back side, a short walk from the front parking.
Activities, start/finish, and packet pickup at Shelter 315 on the back side of the park. Parking is free.
5K Race:
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Chip timed
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Gender specific shirt guaranteed if registered by December 3rd. *Female runs small.
- Unique gnome finisher medal
1 mile Fun Run:
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Not timed. Not chipped.
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Gender specific shirt guaranteed if registered by December 3rd. *Female runs small.
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Unique gnome finisher medal
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No age group/overall awards. Under 17 must be with parent.
5k Virtual:
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Gender specific shirt guaranteed if registered by December 3rd. *Female runs small.
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Shirt and medal mailed to participant. Registration closes December 3rd.
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Unique finisher medal
Awards for 5K:
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Unique stuffed gnome awards to top three overall, male and female
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Unique 5K age group awards, 3 deep: Under 15, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
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Running shoes from Feet First & New Balance to 1st place male/female adult and male/female under 15
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$20 Feet First Gift Card to 1st place in each age group
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Two Middle of the Pack Awards, $100 toward running shoes from The Running Center
Pre-Race Registration Fees:
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5K: $35. Price increases to $40 on August 10th, and to $45 on November 11th, plus processing fee
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Virtual 5k: $35 plus processing fee. Registration closes November 28th for virtual event.
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1 Mile Fun Run: $25. Price increases to $30 on August 10th and to $35 on November 11th, plus processing fee
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up:
Wednesday, Dec. 9th, The Running Center, 14427 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, North Tampa, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec 10th, at Feet First, 3401 Bay to Bay Avenue, South Tampa, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Race Day Schedule:
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7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. bib/shirt pickup
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8:00 a.m. - 5K starts
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8:10 a.m. - 1 Mile Fun Run starts
Transferring: Due to insurance/liability policies, race bibs/numbers may not be transferred or given away UNLESS done via 'managing your registration' on this website, legally. You may legally transfer your race bib at no charge via your race registration confirmation if done by December 6th.
To switch from 'in person' to virtual, go to your dashboard, but this must be done prior to November 28th. Click profile, scroll down to the race, then go to Manage Registration.
More About Run Tampa
Learn more about Run Tampa Club here. While this race is put on by Run Tampa, it is a public event.
Course Map

Sponsor this Event
Please reach out to answers@runtampa.com with questions or to request an invoice.
To purchase any sponsorship level, Venmo @RunTampa or Paypal.me/RunClubInc
Presenting Sponsor $4,000 (one only)
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Logo on shirt front, at top of back, on race bib
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Logo on banner of race website and FB page
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Ad on Run Tampa website, newsletters, emails
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20 x 10 vendor space
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Announced as presenting sponsor on race day
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12 race entries
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Signage along start/finish line chute
Platinum Sponsor $2,000
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Logo on shirt back, race website, race emails
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Announced on race day
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10 x 10 booth space at event
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8 race entries
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Signage along start/finish line chute
Gold Sponsor $1,500
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Logo on shirt back, race website, emails
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Announced on race day
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10 x 10 booth space at event
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6 race entries
Silver Sponsor $1,000
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Logo on shirt back, race website, emails
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10 x 10 booth space at event
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4 race entries
Bronze $500
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Logo on shirt back
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Logo on race website
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10 x 10 booth space at event
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2 race entries

Swag & Giveaways
1 Mile Fun Run: Gender specific short sleeve shirt.
5k: Gender specific short sleeve shirt
Virtual 5k: Gender specific short sleeve shirt
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