8th Annual Lake Forest Chamber 5K Elf Yourself

The Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce's 8th Annual holiday FUN RUN 5K takes place in the stunning Lake Forest Sports Park on Saturday, November 23, 2024. It is a fast, flat course contained within the park. Our theme is Elf Yourself to kick off the holiday season! This is a fun family event for all, strollers and pets are welcome!

We have a large post-race expo with local restaurants passing out samples, vendors, and various fitness companies. There are even games and crafts for kids, photos with Santa, bounce houses, a hot chocolate station, and more! Make sure to bring your pets for our pet parade, there are awards for best dressed pets!

Packet Pick-Up will be on Friday, November 22nd from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Spectrum Specialties & Awards/The Lake Forest Chamber Office. Make sure to register by 11/1/24 to guarantee a full swag bag!

Parking will be available at the Sports Park, but please arrive early as the park will be on lockdown from 8 AM to 11 AM for runner's safety. This is a timed event with 4 Waves: Fast PR Elves, Speedy Elves, Runner/Jogger Elves, and Walkers/Strollers/Pet Elves.

Awards will be given in age groups for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd males and females. Every participant will receive a Finishers Medal upon completion of the race! Dress up in your best holiday gear!

Don't run away after the race; hold onto your Bib # to check if you won any raffle prizes! We have a Kid's Zone called Candy Cane Lane with photos with Santa, games, activities, bounce houses, and more!

This event supports local chamber charities including the Pet Adoption Center of O.C., Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, Dream Animal Rescue, Kiwanis Club of Lake Forest, and more!