Believe! develops young people through transformative educational and leadership programs, building skills to shape tomorrow's world. Proceeds benefit two great McKinney organizations: Holy Family School and Alliance of Elite Youth Leadership (AEYL).
Join this run/walk through Historic downtown McKinney - offering runners a beautiful route from McKinney's downtown square. Stay in historic downtown McKinney after the race and experience McKinney's Home for the Holidays event full of food and fun. We are excited to see you at the starting line again!
Location
Historic Downtown McKinney
1 Block West of the Downtown Square at Mitchell Park Corner of Louisiana Street, Church Street, and Virginia Street
McKinney, TX 75069
Parking
See Downtown McKinney parking here
Race Day Schedule
6:30-7:30 Packet Pickup/Registration open at Sugar Bacon
7:30 Group Warmup & Stretching
7:45 National Anthem
7:50 Invocation
8:00 Santa Chase
8:05 1 mile starts
8:25 5K wheelchair
8:30 5K starts
9-9:30 George & Maylee on Main Stage
9:30 Awards
Course
Course Notes
Santa Chase is 100 yard dash where the kids get to Chase Santa to the finish line where Candy Canes await all finishers!
The course officially closes at 10:00am for all participants.
Course Rules & Safety Help us keep the event safe and enjoyable for everyone by following these rules: • Be on time: Arriving on time and being ready for your event’s scheduled start is each participant’s personal responsibility. Late arrivals may not be permitted to start, and a recorded finish time or official result cannot be guaranteed.
• This event is insured and sanctioned by USA Track & Field. As such, we follow USATF rules, regulations and guidelines.
• Registered participants only: All runners and walkers must be registered for the event. Wear your assigned race bib visibly on the front of your body. Unregistered friends, family members, and pacers may not accompany participants on the course. Bibs may not be shared or transferred without race management’s approval.
• Pets: We love our furry friends, but pets are not permitted on the 5K (and 10K if applicable) race course. This restriction does not apply to service animals. Participants with service animals are encouraged to contact race management before the event so we can coordinate safe participation.
• Strollers: Strollers are permitted. Participants with strollers must start at the back of the starting field, always maintain control, and allow plenty of space when passing or approaching other participants.
• Bicycles and other wheeled devices: Bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, skateboards, roller skates, and inline skates are not permitted on the course, except for authorized event personnel. This restriction does not apply to wheelchairs or other disability-related mobility devices. Please contact race management in advance to discuss accessibility and course conditions.
• Headphones: Personal music devices and headphones are allowed but strongly discouraged. If used, keep the volume low enough to hear traffic, other participants, announcements, and instructions from race personnel.
• Course etiquette: Line up according to your expected pace, leave room for others to pass, and avoid blocking the course. Before slowing down, stopping, or changing direction, check behind you and move safely to the side. Use designated trash receptacles and keep the course clean.
• Follow the designated course: Complete the course for your registered event, follow course markings, and cross all required timing points. Shortcuts, unauthorized distance changes, or starting with the wrong event may result in disqualification.
• Follow safety instructions: Obey directions from race staff, volunteers, law enforcement, and medical personnel. Stay within designated course boundaries, remain alert to vehicles and other trail or road users, and do not assume you have the right of way. Report injuries or unsafe conditions to the nearest event official.
Race management reserves the right to modify the course, delay, suspend, or cancel the event due to weather, unsafe conditions, or operational concerns. Participants who disregard event rules or safety instructions may be disqualified or removed from the course.
Thank you for respecting fellow participants, volunteers, and race personnel!
Packet Pickup Dates and Locations
Coming soon, please check back
Race Morning
Race Day Packet Pickup @ Race site, 6:30-7:30 AM - on the porch of Sugarbacon, on Virginia across from Mitchell park
Couch to 5K Training Plan
Train for the 5K distance with the Couch to 5K Training Plan:
The Eight Week Training Plan Download here
The Four Week Training Plan Download here
Awards
5K AWARDS
Awards will be given to the Overall Male and Female, Masters Male and Female in 5K. Age group awards will be awarded to the top three in each of age group.
Fun Run will not be timed.
Swag
Event t-shirts & finisher medals.
Results
Race Updates and Reminders
All last-minute updates and reminders will be posted on the Playtri Facebook Page. Like us so you get all the up-to-date information!
Weather
Average temperature on race day: low 40 - high 60.
For safety reasons, Playtri Racing reserves the right to modify or cancel a race due to severe weather conditions. When severe weather is present, all precautions will be made to ensure the safety of the athletes.
Chip Timing
The 5K is a chip timed event. Each participant will be required to wear a timing chip in order to be counted in the results. We will be using disposable chips for this event that you will receive attached to your bib at packet pickup.
Please wear your bib VISIBLY on the FRONT for timing purposes.
Please wear your bib number on the front and not covered with clothing or race belts.
Covered bibs may not be readable to the timing equipment.
Please only have your own bib on you when in the race. If you have someone else’s bib number, timing results will be affected.
REFUND POLICY
No Refunds or Transfers allowed.
This event follows the standard running industry policy: All entry fees are non-refundable. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel the event due to circumstances beyond our control such as a natural disaster or emergency or as required to protect the safety of participants and staff. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. We reserve the right to change the details of the event without prior notice.
Race Contact
If you have any questions or need any additional information, email us: PlaytriEvents@gmail.com
Photography
By Registering for this event, Playtri Sports, has consent to all Race photography and videos from the event to use in any advertising, marketing & promotional materials.
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Travel Information
HOST HOTEL
Sheraton McKinney 1900 Gateway Blvd McKinney, TX 75070 (972) 549-4000 Contact the hotel for details.
Benefiting Charities
All proceeds from the event go to the Holy Family. This benefit event is hosted by Holy Family
Data Privacy
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