

Tinsel Trot 5K & 1K Fun Run
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
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When and where is Tinsel Trot 5K & 1K Fun Run?
Tinsel Trot 5K & 1K Fun Run is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Silsbee, Texas. The first event starts at 8:00 AM local time. Distances: Short, 5K and fun run. The current entry fee is $30 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 4, 2026.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 3.1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 8:00 AM | $30.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Dec 8, 2025 · Closes Dec 4, 2026 |
| 1K Fun Run | 0.6 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 9:00 AM | $0.00 until Dec 3, 2026 | Opens Dec 8, 2025 · Closes Dec 4, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Tinsel Trot 5K & 1K Fun Run
Tinsel Trot 5K & 1K Fun Run
Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 8:00 am
New Location
103 South 3rd Street
Silsbee, TX 77656
Registration Fees (Early & Late Fees & dates): NO REFUNDS
1K Fun Run is Free for ages 1-10 to register! If you would like a t-shirt, you may purchase one during registration.
5K Till Nov. 14th Nov. 15th - Dec. 5th
Price $30 $40
Race Morning registration starts at 7:00 am
Your 5K registration will give you a t-shirt in one of the following sizes: Youth S-L and Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL($2), XXXL($3)
You are NOT guaranteed a swag or -t-shirt if registered after 12 noon on Thursday, Dec. 3rd.
RACE DAY:
Late Registration and late packet pick up starts at 7:00 am until 7:30 am.
Warm up at 7:30 am for the runners to stretch and get ready for the run.
TIMED 5K starts at 8:00 am
Kids FUN RUN 1K beginning after awards
CHRISTMAS IN THE BIG THICKET FESTIVAL WILL FOLLOW!
JOLLIEST COSTUME CONTEST WILL BE JUDGED BEFORE THE RACE AND ANNOUNCED AFTER AWARDS. Best Holiday Costume Contest: Awards are 1st, 2nd, 3rd.
Packet Pickup (Location, Date & Time):
Packet pickup will begin at 1 pm at the Silsbee Public Library, 295 N. 4th Street, Silsbee, TX on December 4, 2026.
Late Registration and late packet pick up starts at 7:00 am until 7:30 am on Race Day.
AWARDS:
1K: 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 Ages - 1st, 2nd, 3rd in Age Groups.
5K: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male & Female & 1st, 2nd, 3rd in age groups
Age groups: 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
This race is benefiting Friends of the Silsbee Public Library
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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