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