Sock It To Me Santa 5k
Registration Opens July 1st
Where Community Spirit Meets Holiday Cheer!
December 12, 2026 | Asheville, NC
Get in the holiday spirit and lace up your running shoes for a fabulously festive 5K adventure through downtown Asheville. This chip timed run combines the joy of the season with the satisfaction of supporting a great cause, as we raise funds for the Asheville City Schools Band Programs.
Navigate our fun and challenging course that winds through Asheville’s “South Slope” and “River Arts District” areas, showcasing the charm and natural beauty that makes our city special. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting your fitness journey, this race welcomes participants of all ages and abilities.
Race Schedule
Friday December 11
Early Packet Pick Up – 4:00-6pm, Devils Foot Brewing’s The Mule, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd #10, Asheville, NC
On-line registration closes at midnight on Friday.
Saturday December 12
Event location ~Asheville Middle School, 211 S French Broad Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
7:30 am – Packet Pick Up opens at Asheville Middle School gymnasium.
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
8:30 am – Snowflake Chaser fun run begins (one loop on the track)
9:00 am – 5k Starts (chip timed)
10:00 am – Awards (tentative)
Race Swag
All 5k runners will receive:
a long sleeved tech t-shirt
a custom race bib
a chip timed race
Dogs on the Course
For safety purposes, and in compliance with our race insurance, we do not allow dogs or any other animals to run with participants at our events. Service animals will be allowed with prior approval (more than 5 days ahead of race day send request to info@kickitevents.com) and supporting documentation. Running with your animal will result in disqualification from award categories and timing results.
Registration Pricing
Kids Snowflake Chaser – $5
Includes race bib and finisher medal
5k Race
(includes t-shirt, finisher medal and chip timed race with custom bib)
Early Bird Pricing
$45 ~ July 1th to Aug. 31st
Online Registration
$50 ~ Sept. 1st to Nov. 27th (Black Friday)
Last Call Registration
$55 ~ Nov. 28th to Dec 11 at midnight
Registration open until midnight Dec. 11th or until the event sells out.
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Awards
Top Finishers
Top 3 male, female and nonbinary participants as well as the 1st place Masters and Grand Masters runners will receive a specal award.
Age Group
The top 3 male and female runners in each category will receive a prize. TBD
9 & under, 10-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over
Snowflake Chaser
All kids will receive a finisher medal.
Finisher Medals
All 5k runners will receive a finisher medal.
2025 medal shown above.
Costumes
We will be awarding our favorite costumed runners. Awards TBD
Any holiday attire will be in the running.

























