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Gingerbread 5K & 1M Fun Run

  • Valley Ranch Association/CCMC 8830 N MacArthur Blvd Irving, Texas 75063 United States (map)

All finishers will receive a festive finisher medal! Finishing times will be available to 5K participants.

T-shirt sizes available: XS/S/M/L/XL/2X.

Visit us at Valley Ranch!

Location

Saddlehorn Park

9199 Saddlehorn Drive

Irving, TX 75063

Event Schedule

6:30-7:30am Late Packet Pickup

8:00am 1M Fun Run Start

8:15am 5K Start

Playtri reserves the right to change any event schedule at any time due to safety, weather conditions, or other production concerns.

Course

Course map here

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

Thursday (race week) 8am - 6pm at 8830 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, Texas 75063.

Friday (race week) 9:30am - 6:30pm at 8830 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, Texas 75063.

Race day morning: 6:30-7:30am Late Packet Pickup will be available at the event site.

Picking up your race packet before the race day will help minimize long lines before the start of the event.

Late registration will be available on event morning at the packet pickup. Please note that no cash will be accepted. All new registrations must be completed on your mobile device via credit card.

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.

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

All finishers will receive a medal! (No awards)

Finishing times will be available.

Swag

Festive t-shirts and swag bags

Virtual runners are welcome to pick up the items at the office ( 8830 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, Texas 75063) after the race on December 14-17 (8-5 p.m.)

Results

Past results here

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 70.

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

This is a chip timed event. Each participant will be required to wear a timing chip in order to be counted in the results. Timing chips are assigned to participants according to bib number. 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.

There will be no awards ceremony. Finishing times will be available to 5K participants. 1M Fun Run will not be timed.

Volunteers

We love our volunteers! Events like this one could not exist without you.

Race Contact

If you have any questions or need any additional information, email us at events@playtri.com.

Photography

By Registering for this event, AAZ Event Productions, has consent to all Race photography and videos from the event to use in any advertising, marketing & promotional materials.

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