Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52)
Olympia's Holiday Half Marathon offers a festive, flat out-and-back course with holiday cheer.
Race Date
Dec 26, 2026
Location
Olympia, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 26, 2026
- Location
- Olympia, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 7
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, this race is a prime candidate for setting personal bests.
The event, first run in 2025, typically sees a steady field size, drawing participants for a brisk holiday-themed run. Runners can expect a straightforward race day experience, with packet pickup conveniently available just before the 8:30 AM start.
Participants receive finisher medals and shirts, with opportunities for costume awards adding a playful element. The course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes accommodates a wide range of runners aiming for a fast, no-frills race.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:30 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration.
Additional Information The start location is at 5th Ave SW &, 701 Water St SW. Google Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3rwYjhAHDmuWZffZ7 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6600576416 The course is an out-and-back (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two time. The 10K does the out-and-back four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6600577296 The course is an out-and-back (3.18M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 26, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
501 5th Ave SW, 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
1 year running
~7 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:45:14
typical high 45°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
36°
Afternoon (High)
45°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.3"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
90%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 7 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
7
Median time
2:09:31
Latest turnout
7
States
1
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52)?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52) is held on Saturday, December 26, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52) take place?
It takes place in Olympia, Washington.
What distances does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52) course flat and good for a PR?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 7 runners who have completed the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52).
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