# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Catch the Elf 5k & 10k
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 am
- **Event Description**: Join us for the Inaugural Catch the Elf race on December 20th.  This Christmas themed race benefits the Toy Box Connection Children's Charity.
How it works:  Each race (the 5k and the 10k) will have it's own race elf.  The elf will get a One minute thirty second head start.  If you finish before the elf, you will win a special prize!  
In addition, each chip timed race will have awards for the Top 3 overall as well as the top 3 males and females in the following age groups:
14 & Under
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70 & Older
 
Both the 5k & 10k will start at 9:00 AM.  The 10k will repeat the 5k course twice.  
Packet pickup: will be held on Friday, December 19th as well as race morning starting at 7:30 AM. The Friday location will be announced at a later date.
Gear Check: We will have a gear check.  We request that you keep all valuables in a safe location.
Awards: There will not be an awards ceremony.  If you finish in the top 3 in your age group, pleas…
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/midlothian/catch-the-elf-5k-and-10k/200029240538818
- **Event Categories**: sports, workshops, nonprofit, charities, christmas
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 31

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Midlothian
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Midlothian Meadows
- **lat**: 41.607185210244
- **long**: -87.718305365728
- **full address**: Midlothian Meadows, 15524 Pulaski Rd, Midlothian, IL 60445, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Catch the Elf 5k & 10k being held?
  - **A:** Catch the Elf 5k & 10k takes place on Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 am to Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 am at Midlothian Meadows, 15524 Pulaski Rd, Midlothian, IL 60445, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Catch the Elf 5k & 10k?
  - **A:** Catch the Elf 5k & 10k is organized by Illinois Prep Top Timing.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Catch the Elf 5k & 10k is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Midlothian, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Catch the Elf 5k & 10k sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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