05Dec
5k Trail Run
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 08:00
- Entry fee
- $35.00
Sleigh the Day 5K / 10K
Silver Springs,
Florida,
United States
24 days left
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Date
05 Dec, 2026
Races
2 distances
Entry fee
$35.00 – $55.00
Runner rating
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Website
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Sleigh the Day 5K / 10K
About the event
Sleigh the Day 5K & 10K Trail Race
Saturday, December 5 | Silver Springs State Park | Ocala, Florida
Kick off the holiday season on the trails at Sleigh the Day, a Christmas-themed 5K and 10K trail race at one of Florida's most beautiful state parks. Swap the crowded shopping lines for shaded forest paths, crisp December air, and a start line full of Santa hats, ugly sweaters, and holiday cheer.
Whether you're chasing a podium spot or just jingling your way to the finish, Sleigh the Day is built for every kind of runner. Seasoned trail runners will enjoy a true off-road course through the natural Florida landscape of Silver Springs, and first-time trail runners will find a welcoming, festive way to try something new. Walkers, families, and running groups are all encouraged to join the fun.
Race Times
5K Trail Race: 8:00 a.m.
10K Trail Race: 8:10 a.m.
What You Get
10K participants receive a long-sleeve race shirt
5K participants receive a short-sleeve race shirt
Every finisher earns a holiday finisher medal
Age group awards for top finishers in both races
Holiday costumes are highly encouraged. Bring your best elf ears, reindeer antlers, or full Santa suit and help us turn the trails into a winter wonderland, Florida style.
Grab your crew, lace up your trail shoes, and come sleigh your day with us at Silver Springs.
Races offered
05Dec
10k Trail Run
Running
- Distance
- 10K
- Start time
- 08:10
- Entry fee
- $55.00
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for December in Silver Springs.
Temperature10.9° / 21.4°
Feels like8.8° / 20.1°
Sunshine hours8h 1m
Rainfall1.5 mm
Snowfall—
Wind10.4 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity76.7%
Max UV indexLow (2.4)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise08:14
Sunset18:32
About Silver Springs
Learn more about the host city, Silver Springs.
Silver Springs is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Marion County of northern Florida. It is the site of the Silver Springs, a group of artesian springs and a historic tourist attraction that is now part of Silver Springs State Park. The community is part of the Ocala metropolitan area. It was first listed as a CDP for the 2020 census, when it had a population of 2,844. One of Florida's first tourist attractions, the springs drew visitors even before the U.S. Civil War. Glass-bottom boats have been a popular way to see the 242-acre (98 ha) complex. A small amusement park with various animals, a concert stage, a carousel, and exhibits also developed.
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Race results
Official finishing times from previous editions of Sleigh the Day 5K / 10K.
| Place | Name | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | JeanFrancois Claveau | — |
| 🥈 | Jessica Negron | — |
| 🥉 | Chad Coleman | — |
| 4 | Laura Edelman | — |
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