Dirty Santa Trail Run 2026 — Lenoir, NC

Date
December 12, 2026
Location
Lenoir, NC
Venue
1050 Zacks Fork Rd.
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
7:27 AM
Entry Fee
$45.00 – $55.00
Events
Trail Run
Includes
Hoodie
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The Dirty Santa Trail Run takes place on December 12, 2026, at 1050 Zacks Fork Road in Lenoir, North Carolina. This event offers a 5-mile trail running distance, making it suitable for runners looking for a mid-distance effort on technical terrain. The race starts at 9:00 AM, giving you a morning window to complete your run before the day advances. Entry fees range from $45 to $55, positioning it in the mid-range for regional trail events. Lenoir's location in the North Carolina foothills provides access to varied trail conditions typical of the region. Plan to arrive with time to spare for parking and pre-race logistics, especially given the rural venue location. This December timing means you'll be running in cooler fall-to-winter conditions.

From the Race Organizer
When the weather turns chilly, the critters quit crawling and your usual hardtop running routes are getting a bit tired and boring......its time to veer off the road and kick up some dirt on the trail! It's time for........... The Fourth Annual Dirty Santa Trail Run! This 5ish mile race is the fifth and final event in The Foothills Run Series Presented By UNC Ortho. The course starts / finishes at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex and is made up of almost 3 miles of single track trail (Zack's Fork Mountain Bike Trail), nearly 1.4 miles of natural field / gravel trail and around .6 mile of hardtop just for some variety! *Early Packet Pickup: Friday (12/11) - 5:30pm - 7:30pm Liquid Roots Brewing (1048 Harper Ave, Lenoir, NC) Race Day Schedule (12/12): 7:30am - Race Day Registration / Packet Pick-Up Opens 8:45am - Race Day Registration / Packet Pick-Up Ends 9:00am - Start Of The Fourth Annual Dirty Santa Trail Run Enjoy some post race snacks featuring a Smores Station and Hot Cocoa! Stick around for post race awards and the top winners selecting their gifts Dirty Santa Style! The Fourth Annual Dirty Santa Trail Run Individual Awards * Top 3 Overall Male / Female (Winner - Dirty Santa Trophy + Gift/Award, 2nd - Custom Silver Finished Medal + Gift/Award, 3rd - Custom Bronze Finished Medal + Gift/Award) * Top 2 Male / Female Master (40 - 49) (Winner - Dirty Santa Trophy + Gift/Award, 2nd - Custom Silver Finished Medal + Gift/Award) * Top 2 Male / Female Grandmaster (50 & Up) (Winner - Dirty Santa Trophy + Gift/Award, 2nd - Custom Silver Finished Medal + Gift/Award) *Top 3 Male / Female Age Groups (Winner - Custom Gold Finished Medal, 2nd - Custom Silver Finished Medal, 3rd - Custom Bronze Finished Medal) 14 and under; 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+ Every runner registering by Midnight on November 30 will be guaranteed their size in the Official Fourth Annual Dirty Santa Trail Run Hoodie!

Course & Travel Notes

The Dirty Santa Trail Run takes place on December 12, 2026, in Lenoir, North Carolina, at an elevation of 1161 feet with a 9:00 AM start time, which is after sunrise at 7:27 AM. The nearest airport is Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, located 59.7 miles from the venue. December typical weather normals for the area include an average high of 52°F and average low of 30°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on approximately 33% of days.

⛰️ 1,161 ft elevation☀️ Typically 52°F / 30°F · 33% chance of rain✈️ Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (USA) — 59.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Dirty Santa Trail Run 2026 — Lenoir, NC?

Dirty Santa Trail Run 2026 — Lenoir, NC takes place on December 12, 2026. The race is held in Lenoir, North Carolina.

Where is Dirty Santa Trail Run 2026 — Lenoir, NC held?

Dirty Santa Trail Run 2026 — Lenoir, NC is held at 1050 Zacks Fork Rd. in Lenoir, North Carolina.

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