Christmas Half Marathon in July - Shreveport

Bossier City, United States • 12 Jul 2026

Event Details

The Christmas Half Marathon in July is a festive summer running event held in Bossier City, Louisiana. It takes place at Walker Place Park, with the route following the A.R. Teague trail along the Red River. The race offers a holiday theme in July.

Distances

The event includes several race options:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half Marathon
  • Virtual versions for each of these distances

Participant Information

All finishers receive a custom finisher medal and a race-themed shirt. Awards are presented to the top male and female finishers for all three distances, as well as to top finishers in standard five-year age groups starting at 10 & Under.

Water stations are provided approximately every 1.5 miles along the course. The course is described as not completely flat but not hilly, and a minimum pace of 16 minutes per mile is required. Packet pickup typically occurs on race morning, starting one hour before the race begins.

Teams of five or more receive a registration discount. The event also partners with the "Be A Zac" Foundation, which provides wrestling scholarships.

Registration & Policies

Registration fees vary by distance and date, with price increases as the event date approaches. Participants registered by July 2 are guaranteed their selected shirt size. All registrations are final with no refunds, deferments, or transfers. The event is held rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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