Grinch Gallop

Race Overview

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. The Grinch Gallop will be chip timed, allowing you to compete for age group awards: and all participants will receive a grinch-themed finisher medal, race shirt and grinch donut.

Awards

• Categories: Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female for the overall and masters categories.
• Age Groups: Age group awards, 3 deep, will be given for the following 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, 136 N. Main Drive, Van Alstyne, TX 75495
• Date/Time: TBD
• 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.

Holiday Bundle: The Epic Race Trilogy

The Holiday Bundle 3 packages three of our most festive races into one epic experience. Register for all three events (Celina Turkey Trot, Grinch Gallop, and Resolution Run) together and unlock a special discounted price, plus exclusive bonus swag you won’t get anywhere else: a custom wooden running shoe plaque displaying your total 2026 race mileage, a one-of-a-kind keepsake to celebrate your accomplishment. It’s the perfect way to commit to the season, stay motivated, and collect some extra rewards along the way. Lace up, run the trilogy, and make your holiday race season legendary.

• Plaque Pickup: Your plaque will be available for pickup at the Resolution Run on January 1, 2027.
• Important: You must register for the Holiday Race Bundle before the Celina Turkey Trot to be eligible for the bundle benefits.

Event Details

Date: December 19, 2026

Location: 1455 W. Van Alstyne Pkwy, Van Alstyne, TX

Registration Link: Join the Grinch Gallop