The Downtown Christmas Run takes place at Rhino Coffee in Shreveport, Louisiana on December 10, 2026. The event features a 1-mile race starting at 7:00 PM, making it an evening option for runners looking to participate in holiday racing. This distance works well for runners of various levels, from those building base fitness to experienced athletes seeking a shorter, faster effort. The downtown Shreveport location provides an accessible venue for local participants and visitors traveling for the race. If you're in the area during the holiday season and want a straightforward running event, this one-miler offers a chance to compete without the commitment of longer distances.
From the Race Organizer
The Sportspectrum Tradition that will get everyone in the Christmas Spirit!! Our unique 3 loop course (3.1 miles) takes you through, past, and amongst tens of thousands of Christmas Lights lining the course, lots of Christmas decorations, & Christmas music. Come out and join us for a HO HO HO good time!!! Entry Fee: Early registration - thru November 14th - $25.00 Race Day Dec. 11th - $40.00. ***If you do not want a race shirt you can save $5.00 on your registration by choosing the I do not need another race shirt option and it will take $5.00 off your entry at checkout. Packet Pick-up: Monday December 8th - Wednesday December 10th from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Sportspectrum Thursday, December 11th at Sportspectrum from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and then again at the race site starting at 5:30 p.m. Date & Starting Times: Thursday, December 11th - 3.1 mile Run/Walk (3 loops) begins at 7:00 pm Awards: Adult 5k: Overall winners and runner-up male and female for the 3.1 mile run will receive a $100 and $75.00 gift certificates, respectively to Sportspectrum. Age group winner and runner-up will receive special prizes in the following age group categories: 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+ Awards: Kids 5k: Overall male and female winners will each receive a $50.00 gift card to Sportspectrum. 1st & 2nd male & female in the following age groups also take home an award: 9-under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-18 Special Note: No dogs allowed on the course. Refund & Race entry transfer policy: Refunds: We understand that things come up. If you can no longer run the race, and need cancel more than 30 days in advance, you will receive 100% refund. If you cancel between 30 days and two weeks prior to race day, you will receive 50% refund. We will not allow any refunds less than two weeks before race day. But we can transfer your registration to another SRM race that is in the same calendar year. Race entry Transfers: We will allow race entry transfers to another person as long as the transfer is done at least two weeks prior to race day. There is a $10.00 charge for transfers. No exceptions. Please contact SRM if you need to cancel or want to transfer a race entry. Email: run.srm@gmail.com
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for December 10.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Shreveport, LA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Downtown Christmas Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA?
Downtown Christmas Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA takes place on December 10, 2026. The race is held in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Where is Downtown Christmas Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA held?
Downtown Christmas Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA is held at Rhino Coffee in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Where can I find hotels near Downtown Christmas Run 2026 — Shreveport, LA?
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