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Sock It To Me Santa 5k

Asheville, North Carolina, United States

calendar_today 12 Dec, 2026

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sell $7.34 – $50.14

About the Event

Embrace the festive season by participating in the Holiday Lights Run, which supports local education initiatives for Asheville High School and Asheville Middle School. This race offers an opportunity to run through the heart of downtown Asheville, where vibrant holiday lights adorn historic buildings and streets.
For a limited time, runners aged 17 or under and those over 65 can enjoy special discounts: $5 off at checkout with proof of age. Additionally, groups of four or more participants will receive a generous 15% discount on their registration fees.
The event features a scenic 5K course that winds through the city's charming neighborhoods, providing runners with breathtaking views and an invigorating atmosphere. Participants can look forward to receiving a commemorative t-shirt while supplies last; however, sizing options are limited after November 1st due to high demand.
Registration for this festive run closes at midnight on December 11th or when the race reaches its cap of 400 runners. Don't miss your chance to support local schools and enjoy an unforgettable holiday experience!

Races Offered

5k Run or Walk Opening soon

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 5k Run or Walk Opening soon

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Type — Running

timer

09:00

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$50.14

Kids Snowflake Chaser Opening soon

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — Kids Snowflake Chaser Opening soon

terrain

Type — Running

timer

09:00

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$7.34

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Asheville.

thermostat Temperature

-0.5° / 10.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

-4.6° / 6.5°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

6h 42m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.8 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

73.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:32

nightlight Sunset

18:19

About Asheville

Learn more about the host city, Asheville.

The city of Asheville is a liberal, artsy community nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smoky Mountains in Western North Carolina. A popular tourist destination, this "Paris of the South," has one of the most impressive, comprehensive collections of Art Deco architecture in the United States. In 2011 Asheville was picked as one of the “10 Most Beautiful Places in America” by Good Morning America.