Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Shreveport

Sun, Jul 12, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location: Bossier City, LA; Walker Place Park, 4832 Brookshire Arena Dr, 71112
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Bring your holiday cheer to summer miles at this festive Christmas in July race, welcoming all paces along the Red River trail.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
Festive

Who it's for

Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Embrace the holiday spirit mid-summer at the Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon in Bossier City. This festive event invites runners and walkers of all levels to enjoy a spirited race along the A.R. Teague trail by the Red River. Experience all the cheer of the season without the cold, making for a fun and energetic race during the warm summer months. Celebrate your accomplishment with a custom finisher medal and a race-themed shirt.

What to expect

Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to join.
Expect a spirited race atmosphere filled with holiday flair and seasonal fun.
All finishers receive a custom medal and a race-themed shirt, with awards for top age group finishers.

Standout details

Christmas in July theme
Run along the Red River trail
Custom finisher medal
Race-themed shirt

Perks & features

Medal

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Distances & registration

6 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sun, Jul 12, 7:00 AM CDT · From $28.60
Opens Dec 17, 2025, 11:54 PM CST · Closes Dec 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
5K
Sun, Jul 12, 7:00 AM CDT · From $28.60
Opens Dec 17, 2025, 11:54 PM CST · Closes Dec 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
10K
Sun, Jul 12, 7:00 AM CDT · From $33.60
Opens Dec 17, 2025, 11:54 PM CST · Closes Dec 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST

+ 3 more options

10K
Sun, Jul 12, 7:00 AM CDT · From $28.60
Opens Dec 17, 2025, 11:54 PM CST · Closes Dec 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
13.1 Miles
Sun, Jul 12, 7:00 AM CDT · From $44.10
Opens Dec 17, 2025, 11:54 PM CST · Closes Dec 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
13.1 Miles
Sun, Jul 12, 7:00 AM CDT · From $28.60
Opens Dec 17, 2025, 11:54 PM CST · Closes Dec 30, 2025, 6:59 PM CST

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

long distance + warm-day exposure

Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Walkers welcome

From the organizer

Celebrate the holiday spirit in the middle of summer at the Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon! This means Santa is on Vacay!

Come on out and join us at Walker Place Park in Bossier City as we run the A.R. Teague trail along the Red River. This festive race brings all the cheer of the season—without the cold—giving athletes a fun and energetic way to race during the warm summer months.

Whether you’re tackling the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, you’ll enjoy a spirited race atmosphere filled with holiday flair, seasonal fun, and motivation from start to finish. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to join in the celebration.

All athletes who cross the finish line will receive a custom finisher medal and a spirited, race-themed shirt to commemorate their accomplishment. Awards will be presented to men and women for all three distances to the top finishers in the usual five-year age groups, starting at 10 & Under.

Break out the holiday cheer, lace up your running shoes, and make summer miles merry at the Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon.

Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Shreveport

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