Candy Cane Course – St. Paul 2026 — Lake Elmo, MN

Date
December 5, 2026
Location
Lake Elmo, MN
Venue
Lake Elmo Park
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
7:32 AM
Entry Fee
$22.00 – $48.00
Events
Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 15K, Volunteer then Run
Includes
Sweatshirt
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The Candy Cane Course is a running event held on December 5, 2026, in Lake Elmo, Minnesota at Lake Elmo Park. Participants can choose from four distances: 1 mile, 50 meters, 6.2 miles, or 9.3 miles, making it accessible for runners of varying abilities and experience levels. The race starts at 9:00 AM and entry fees range from $22 to $48 depending on distance selected. If you cannot attend in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own schedule. This December race provides multiple distance options within a single event, giving endurance athletes and casual runners flexibility in how they want to participate.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22! 15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Course & Travel Notes

Sunrise on race day will occur at 7:34 AM, giving you plenty of daylight before the 9:00 AM start in Lake Elmo, Minnesota. Expect cold conditions typical of early December, with highs averaging 29°F and lows around 14°F, and be prepared for the possibility of rain on about 39% of days during this period. The venue sits at 935 feet elevation. Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (STP) is the nearest airport, located 9.9 miles from the race venue.

⛰️ 935 ft elevation☀️ Typically 29°F / 14°F · 39% chance of rain✈️ Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (STP) — 9.9 mi

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Candy Cane Course – St. Paul 2026 — Lake Elmo, MN?

Candy Cane Course – St. Paul 2026 — Lake Elmo, MN takes place on December 5, 2026. The race is held in Lake Elmo, Minnesota.

Where is Candy Cane Course – St. Paul 2026 — Lake Elmo, MN held?

Candy Cane Course – St. Paul 2026 — Lake Elmo, MN is held at Lake Elmo Park in Lake Elmo, Minnesota.

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