# Escape the Elves 5K

- **When:** Fri, Dec 11, 2026 · 6:00 PM CST
- **Where:** Oakwood Community Center, Oakwood, GA, 30566
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-10974-escape-the-elves-5k

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Oakwood/SouthHallRotary5K?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

Join us for the *Escape the Elves 5K* hosted by South Hall Rotary in Downtown Oakwood, GA! We’ve moved this year’s event to a new location for an even better race day experience, with enhanced safety for all our guests. 

What to Expect:

Meet Buddy the Elf before the race and keep an eye out for some mischievous elves hiding along the course!
A Best Dressed Award for the most festive outfit—dress in your holiday best for a chance to win an early gift.
The 5K course is USATF Certified and will start at the Oakwood Community Center.
Packet Pick-up at 5512 Main St, Flowery Branch 3pm - 7pm Thursday, Dec 11th or 9am - 3pm Friday, Dec 12th

Race Day Schedule:

Packet Pick-up: 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM at the Oakwood Community Center
Race Start: 8:30 AM with Santa sending us off from Oakwood Park (Course closes at 9:45 AM)
Fun Run: Starts at 8:45 AM, after the 5K start
Course Closes: 9:45 AM
Awards Ceremony: 9:30 AM at the park
Pancakes with Buddy: After the race, all runners and families are invited to join us at the Community Center for our Pancakes with Buddy breakfast for $10 per plate. To Go Meals will be available.  An email will be sent to all who register for a chance to purchase tickets for themselves and their family. 

Giving Back: Bring a canned food item for the South Hall Food Pantry 

Supporting Great Causes:
Proceeds will benefit the South Hall Food Pantry, Lanier Tech’s Adult Education Scholarships, Hall is Home for Kids, Shelterbox, Alzheimer's research through Rotary’s CART Fund, and the South Hall Rotary's S.H.A.R.E. Fund for local community causes.

Sign up today to enjoy a festive morning of fun, fitness, and giving back to the community! 

Note: Race T-shirts are only guaranteed for those who register by 12/5.

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-10974-escape-the-elves-5k](https://runthis.run/event/rs-10974-escape-the-elves-5k) — data from Run This (runthis.run).