

Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50)
Olympia's Holiday Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course with festive flair.
Race Date
Dec 12, 2026
Location
Olympia, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Olympia, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 11
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for speed. With minimal elevation change, runners can focus on achieving personal bests on this certified fast course.
The race is held in Olympia, Washington, and is part of a series that has been running for two editions. Runners can expect typical Pacific Northwest November weather, with cool temperatures and a chance of rain. The event is organized by US Road Running, known for its series of races across the country.
Finisher medals and shirts are provided, and there's a special award for the best costume, adding a touch of holiday cheer to the competition. The time limit is a generous 3 hours and 30 minutes, accommodating a wide range of runners.
Race-provided description
US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
Heritage Park, Olympia, WA, 98501
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
2 years running
~6.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 2 states
winner 2:08:41
typical high 47°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
39°
Afternoon (High)
47°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.3"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
92%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 11 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
11
Median time
2:42:18
Latest turnout
5
States
2
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50)?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50) is held on Saturday, December 12, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50) take place?
It takes place in Olympia, Washington.
What distances does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50) course flat and good for a PR?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 11 runners who have completed the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50).
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