Downtown Christmas Run
Participants take on a 3.1-mile run or walk navigating a unique three-loop course through downtown Shreveport. The route is surrounded by tens of thousands of glowing holiday lights, Christmas decorations, and festive music. The event welcomes both competitive runners and casual walkers across adult and youth age groups.
What to Expect
A festive 5k run surrounded by tens of thousands of holiday lights
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
SRM
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Runners, walkers, and families with school-age kids
Vibe
Festive and active
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adult 5k: $25; Kids 5k: $25. Entry fee: $25 through November 13; $30 November 14–30; $35 December 1–9; $40 on race day, December 10. Choosing the no-race-shirt option takes $5 off registration. – Get tickets
- Hours: The run/walk begins at 7:00 pm.
- Pets: Dogs are not allowed on the course.
Tips & Advice
- Register by November 13 to lock in the lowest entry fee, because the price goes up at the end of November and again on race day.
- If you already have plenty of race shirts, pick the "I do not need another race shirt" option at checkout to take money off your entry.
- Pick up your packet at Sportspectrum December 7 through 9, or on race day at Sportspectrum during the day or at the race site that evening.
- If your plans change, transfer your entry to another runner at least two weeks before race day, because no refunds are given after that point.
- Leave your dog at home, because dogs aren't allowed on the course.
Special Events & Promotions
- Early registration price through November 13; the fee goes up in steps until race day
- Choose the "I do not need another race shirt" option to save on your entry
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part?
Runners and walkers are both welcome. The Adult 5k is open to ages 19 to 99, and the Kids 5k is open to ages 5 to 18.
What's the course like?
It's 3.1 miles over three loops through downtown. Tens of thousands of Christmas lights line the course, along with Christmas decorations and music.
Where do I pick up my race packet?
At Sportspectrum from Monday, December 7 through Wednesday, December 9. On race day you can pick it up at Sportspectrum during the day, then at the race site in the evening.
Are there awards?
In the Adult 5k, the overall male and female winners and runners-up get Sportspectrum gift certificates, and age group winners and runners-up get special prizes. In the Kids 5k, the overall male and female winners get Sportspectrum gift cards, and the top two boys and girls in each age group take home an award.
What if I can't make it?
You can transfer your entry to someone else, for a fee, up to two weeks before race day. Cancel more than 30 days out for a full refund, or between 30 days and two weeks out for half. There are no refunds after that, but you can move your registration to another SRM race in the same calendar year.
What are the age restrictions for the races?
The Adult 5k is open to ages 19-99, and the Kids 5k is for ages 5-18.
Can I transfer my registration to someone else?
Yes, race entry transfers to another person are allowed up to two weeks prior to race day for a $10 fee.
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