Mistletoe Run 2026 — Winston Salem, NC

Date
December 5, 2026
Location
Winston Salem, NC
Venue
William G White, Jr. Family YMCA
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $100.00
Events
Half Marathon, 5K, 1 Mile
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Mistletoe Run starts at 7:30 AM on December 5, 2026, so plan your travel and pre-race logistics accordingly. Held at the William G White, Jr. Family YMCA in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, this running event offers two distances: a 1-mile option and a half marathon. Entry fees range from $20 to $100 depending on registration timing and selected distance. The early morning start works well if you want to finish before the day's festivities, giving you time to explore the area or settle into your accommodation afterward. Whether you're running the shorter mile or tackling the half marathon, book lodging close to the venue for easy access and minimal pre-race stress.

From the Race Organizer
Join us on Saturday December 5th for the most wonderful run of the year! Registration will open June 1st, 2026! Race Start Times: 1 mile Fun Run: 7:30am | Half Marathon: 8:00am | 5K: 8:15am Race Location: William G White Jr Family YMCA | Winston-Salem NC Kick off the holiday season with our YMCA's largest annual fundraiser, The Mistletoe Run! The Mistletoe Run is a family-friendly and community-centered event that includes a certified & chip-timed Half Marathon and 5K course! We also have a 1 mile Fun Run option, live music, food trucks, vendors, community mascots, local cheerleaders, athletes, donuts at the Finish Line and more. Each 5K and Half Marathon participant receives a long-sleeved custom race shirt and Finisher Medal. Our Fun Run participants receive a Finisher ribbon at the end of their race. Our Course The Mistletoe Run is a USATF sanctioned course and begins and ends at the William G White Jr Family YMCA in downtown Winston-Salem, NC. Our 5K runners travel through Winston-Salem’s beautiful Buena Vista neighborhood, while the half marathon course will continue through the Graylyn International Conference Center, Reynolda House and Gardens, through Reynolda Village, onto Wake Forest University’s campus, then circle back around to the Y. Our Cause At the YMCA, we believe every child deserves a healthy & active life. We are proud to share that all race proceeds benefit the young people in our community by providing funding for YMCA swim lessons, summer camp, youth sports, before & after school care, teen memberships & more. Our programs build self-confidence, friendships & community while also teaching our young people how to live healthier lives. The Mistletoe Half Marathon, 5K, and Fun Run is proudly presented by the law firm of Bell, Davis & Pitt.

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mistletoe Run 2026 — Winston Salem, NC?

Mistletoe Run 2026 — Winston Salem, NC takes place on December 5, 2026. The race is held in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

Where is Mistletoe Run 2026 — Winston Salem, NC held?

Mistletoe Run 2026 — Winston Salem, NC is held at William G White, Jr. Family YMCA in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Mistletoe Run 2026 — Winston Salem, NC?

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