Das Holiday 5K at The Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt

Lace up your running shoes, put on your favorite holiday attire and join one of Cincinnati’s most festive 5K events as the second annual Das Holiday 5K Run/Walk returns to the riverfront. Whether you’re a serious runner, a casual walker or looking for a fun seasonal outing with friends and family, this event is for you. The 3.1-mile course winds along the Ohio River through Cincinnati’s award-winning riverfront parks, starting and finishing on Mehring Way near Cincinnati Lager House Restaurant & Brewery and the Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt. After the race, keep the festivities going at the German-style Christmas market. Registration Includes: 2026 commemorative finisher medal: Every participant who completes the race receives an exclusive collector’s medal celebrating Cincinnati’s holiday traditions. Two complimentary beverages: Participants ages 21 and older receive two beers, while those younger than 21 receive two soft drinks. Christkindlmarkt afterparty: Enjoy holiday shopping, food, drinks and entertainment at Cincinnati’s German-style Christmas market. Age-group awards: The top male and female finishers in each age group receive a Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt commemorative mug. Holiday costume prizes: Dress as Santa, an elf, a reindeer or another festive character to compete for best costume honors. Packet Pickup and Parking: Packet pickup: Saturday, Dec. 5, beginning at 11 a.m. Pick up race packets at the Krampus Bar on the Schmidlapp Event Lawn & Stage at Cincinnati Lager House in Smale Riverfront Park. The pickup area opens two hours before the race. Parking: The Central Riverfront Garage at 171 Joe Nuxhall Way offers convenient parking beneath the event site. Age-Group and Costume Awards: The top male and female finishers in each age group will receive a Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt commemorative mug. Age groups: 14 and younger, 15-20, 21-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and older. Costume prizes will also recognize the most creative holiday looks, so bring your festive spirit and dress to impress. Postrace Holiday Celebration: Once the race wraps up, head to the official Das Holiday 5K after-party at the Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt. Festivities will take place at the Stock Yards Bank & Trust Christkindlmarkt Main Stage, the adjacent Krampus Bar and the Event Center. Enjoy complimentary beverages and explore the market’s holiday shopping, seasonal food, drinks and entertainment. It’s a chance to celebrate with fellow participants and make the most of Cincinnati’s holiday season. Gather friends and family, show off your holiday attire and enjoy a memorable afternoon of running, walking and seasonal festivities along the Cincinnati riverfront. Please note: For more information about the Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt, visit www.cincinnatichristkindlmarkt.com. Questions? Use the Race Contact Info section on the registration website to contact the race organizers.