Locust Elfie 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Locust, NC

Date
December 6, 2026
Location
Locust, NC
Venue
175 Ray Kennedy Dr
Start Time
3:00 PM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $35.00
Events
Locust #Elfie 5K
Includes
Long Sleeve Performance Blend Tee
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The Locust Elfie is a 1-mile run/walk taking place on December 6, 2026, in Locust, North Carolina. The event starts at 3:00 PM at 175 Ray Kennedy Drive. This short-distance format works well for runners looking for a quick winter race or those using it as a warm-up effort before tackling longer events. Entry fees range from $20 to $35. The afternoon start time means you can plan your morning training or travel to the venue without an early wake-up. Locust is located in Cabarrus County in the Charlotte metropolitan area, making it accessible for athletes across the region.

From the Race Organizer
Locust Elfie 5K Run/Walk-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2026 The Locust Elfie 5K will be held on December 6th, 2026. This festive event will get you in the Christmas Spirit! Early-Bird Registration is only $20.00 until March 23. First 100 people that register get a pair of Christmas/Elfie Socks! A fast & flat-ish course through the Locust Town Center & surrounding neighborhood! Enjoy a race certified course that has been NEW & IMPROVED! Help us welcome December & the upcoming Holidays to Locust, NC! Wear your favorite Christmas attire, prizes for best dressed Elfie! @excitebikes will be leading the way during the race. Course will be marked and we will have our communication dudes readily available on the course...so please don't get lost. 🙂 There will be Overall Awards for the TOP 3 MALES & TOP 3 FEMALES. Age group awards include both Male & Female Categories: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-75, 76+ ***PACKET PICK UP WILL BE SATURDAY before the race December 5, 2026. @ THE WEST STANLY SENIOR CENTER located in the Locust Town Center. We will let you know if they are in their new building by then! PLEASE NOTE, ESPECIALLY FOR THOSE RUNNERS JOINING US FROM OUT OF TOWN. Packet pick up is allowed race day! If you are local, we encourage you to pick up Saturday in order to avoid congestion Race Day. We're very excited to see all of you!! Please use parking lots as much as possible on Race Day. They are located behind the main buildings in the Town Center. We would prefer you keep the streets along the course as free as possible to ensure the safety of our runners. Orange Cones will mark the spaces we want you to definitely avoid!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Locust Elfie 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Locust, NC?

Locust Elfie 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Locust, NC takes place on December 6, 2026. The race is held in Locust, North Carolina.

Where is Locust Elfie 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Locust, NC held?

Locust Elfie 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Locust, NC is held at 175 Ray Kennedy Dr in Locust, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Locust Elfie 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Locust, NC?

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