Grinch Gallop

Race Overview

• Name: Grinch Gallop
• Date: December 20, 2025
• Location: 1455 W. Van Alstyne Pkwy, Van Alstyne, TX
• Link: Grinch Gallop Registration

Event Details

• Description: Start off your Christmas festivities with the Grinch Gallop! You can run, walk, gallop, or skip your way through the country roads of Van Alstyne, Texas.
• Timing: The Grinch Gallop will be chip timed, allowing you to compete for age group awards.
• Finisher Items: All participants will receive a grinch-themed finisher medal, race shirt, and grinch donut.
• Awards: Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female for the overall and masters categories.

Age Group Awards

• Categories: Age group awards, 3 deep, will be given for the following groups:
• 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 & over.

Packet Pickup

• Location: Buff City Soap - Van Alstyne
• Address: 136 N. Main Drive, Van Alstyne, TX 75495
• Date & Time:
  • Wednesday, December 17th: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Thursday, December 18th: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
• Note: There will be limited race day packet pickup so please plan to get your race packet prior to race day. A friend or family member can get your packet for you.