Are there any maps of the race routes?
What are the results from previous years?
See the results page
When/Where is the race?
Saturday, November 28th
Historic Downtown McKinney at Mitchell Park during Dickens of a Christmas.
Corner of Virginia Parkway and Louisiana Parkway
Historic Downtown McKinney at Mitchell Park during Dickens of a Christmas.
Corner of Virginia Parkway and Louisiana Parkway
Are there any parking tips?
Come early
Carpool if possible
Park in the marked areas for Dickens of a Christmas
Exit Hwy 5 and park on the East side of the square in the city buildings parking lots
Carpool if possible
Park in the marked areas for Dickens of a Christmas
Exit Hwy 5 and park on the East side of the square in the city buildings parking lots
What types of events are there?
10K Certified Believe! Run
5K Certified Believe! Run
1 Mile Holiday Walk
The Great Santa Chase for Kids 12 and under!
Holiday Shopping, wonderful unique restaurants, and all the fun activities associated with Dickens of a Christmas! Make sure you come get your Free Holiday Portraits taken at the St. Andrew’s Tent located on the square during the three day event!
5K Certified Believe! Run
1 Mile Holiday Walk
The Great Santa Chase for Kids 12 and under!
Holiday Shopping, wonderful unique restaurants, and all the fun activities associated with Dickens of a Christmas! Make sure you come get your Free Holiday Portraits taken at the St. Andrew’s Tent located on the square during the three day event!
Can I walk the Race?
We encourage everyone to walk or run if they prefer in the family 5K or 1 Mile (no chipping in the 1 mile race). We would like only runners to participate in the 10K, Please!
What is Pair to Care?
This year Believe! has the opportunity with our great community to make a Christmas wish happen for all our Head Start students in desperate need of new shoes. We will “pair up” with the Head Start classes of McKinney ISD and provide new athletic shoes. We are asking that when you are out shopping for new running shoes or apparel you purchase a pair of shoes in any size. Bring the shoes to Believe! and drop them off at the St. Andrew’s information tent or the St. Andrew’s portrait booth during the three days at Dickens of a Christmas and we will get these new shoes to the students who need them. As a community we could grant this special Christmas wish, simply because we believed!
What time is the race?
6:00 a.m. Volunteer Check-in
7:00 a.m. Race Registration
7:20 a.m. Sunrise Celebration – Believe!
7:30 a.m. Group Photo’s with Santa
7:45 a.m. The Great Santa Chase
7:50 a.m. Warm Up
8:00 a.m. 10K
8:05 a.m. 5K and 1 Mile Holiday Walk
9:30 a.m. Awards and Celebration (located on the historic square in downtown)
7:00 a.m. Race Registration
7:20 a.m. Sunrise Celebration – Believe!
7:30 a.m. Group Photo’s with Santa
7:45 a.m. The Great Santa Chase
7:50 a.m. Warm Up
8:00 a.m. 10K
8:05 a.m. 5K and 1 Mile Holiday Walk
9:30 a.m. Awards and Celebration (located on the historic square in downtown)
Are there team registrations?
Yes! Team registration requires a minimum of five registrations and must include a team name to qualify. We ask that before you pick up team packets you verify that you have five participants. T-shirts and backpacks will not be given out if five team members are not registered to the same name.
What is the deadline for registrations?
Mail-in entries must be postmarked by November 21st, 2009. On-line registration will end November 20th at noon. You may register in person at the RunOn store located at 5180 Eldorado Pkwy, starting November 23rd through the 27th. You may also register at the St. Andrew's booth at Dickens of a Christmas on Friday the 27th.
What is Costs? Do I get a race shirt?
$18 Pre-Registration, postmarked by November 1st
$20 November 1st through November 27th
$25 Event Day
$18 Team registration a minimum of five participants is required. No team registrations will be allowed on race day and the team name must be included on registrations. If a team is not at five then t-shirts will not be given out at this discounted rate.
$15 Children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 and over until November 27th.
$25 For Children and Seniors on event day.
$35.00 Take a long winters nap (t-shirt mailed)
(T-shirts guaranteed to first 500 Registered only! Although we try sizes cannot always be guaranteed)
*First 500 registered participants will receive our insulated runner bag FREE!
$20 November 1st through November 27th
$25 Event Day
$18 Team registration a minimum of five participants is required. No team registrations will be allowed on race day and the team name must be included on registrations. If a team is not at five then t-shirts will not be given out at this discounted rate.
$15 Children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 and over until November 27th.
$25 For Children and Seniors on event day.
$35.00 Take a long winters nap (t-shirt mailed)
(T-shirts guaranteed to first 500 Registered only! Although we try sizes cannot always be guaranteed)
*First 500 registered participants will receive our insulated runner bag FREE!
Can children under the age of 6 participate with me?
Absolutely, and we encourage you to bring them! They may participate in the Great Santa Chase, receive a special gift from Santa's helpers, and are invited to do the course with you. However, in order to receive a t-shirt or bib they must be registered as a participant and a parent release has to be signed for each child.
Is there a deadline and how do I get my packet?
Mail-in entries must be postmarked by November 21st, 2009. On-line registration will end November 20th at noon. You may register in person at the RunOn! store located at 5180 Eldorado Pkwy, November 20th through November 27th. Also, you can register in person at the St. Andrew's booth during Dickens of a Christmas on Friday the 27th.
Packet Pick up will be at the following locations:
RunOn! McKinney 5181 Eldorado Pkwy
Race Day at the Event
Pick up times will be 10am-7pm at RunOn, November 23rd, November 24th, November 25th (close at three this day), November 26th (closed for Thanksgiving) and November 27th. You may also pick your packets up at the registration table starting at 7:00 a.m. race day!
Packet Pick up will be at the following locations:
RunOn! McKinney 5181 Eldorado Pkwy
Race Day at the Event
Pick up times will be 10am-7pm at RunOn, November 23rd, November 24th, November 25th (close at three this day), November 26th (closed for Thanksgiving) and November 27th. You may also pick your packets up at the registration table starting at 7:00 a.m. race day!
I would like a shirt but I don’t want to get up that early and do the race?
You can choose the… I prefer a long winter’s nap option and we will mail you your shirt!
What types of awards are given?
1st Place Overall female and male in the 10k and 5K.
1st, 2nd, 3rd place medals for: Age groups female and male: Up to 9 years of age;10-14;15-19; 20-24;25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70 +
Awards will be given to:
Overall winners in each event.
Team Awards for:
Largest Team
School Team
Medical Team
Civic Team
Largest Holiday Spirit Wearing Team
Religious Team
All registered kids will receive a medal who are chipped for the 5K! *ChampionChip timing required to be eligible for awards.
Awards will be given to:
Overall winners in each event.
Team Awards for:
Largest Team
School Team
Medical Team
Civic Team
Largest Holiday Spirit Wearing Team
Religious Team
All registered kids will receive a medal who are chipped for the 5K! *ChampionChip timing required to be eligible for awards.
Are in-line skates, pets, or bicycles permitted?
For the safety of all participants, in-line skates and bicycles are discouraged at this event. Pets are allowed as long as you adhere to the city leash policy and pick up after your animal.
How do I volunteer for Race Day?
Click on the Volunteer tab and become one of our awesome volunteers! We need over a 100 to accommodate the crowd with lots of energy. In return you will get our famous one of a kind volunteer shirts for free. As always thank you for helping us give back to our great community.
Can you please tell me a little more about The Holy Family School?
The “Believe!” 10K and Family 5K Fun Run/Walk was created to support the scholarship program of Holy Family School in McKinney. Holy Family School has offered over fifty years of nurturing care and quality preschool education to its students. Started to provide a safe and Christian setting for the children of Hispanic immigrant workers, Holy Family School continues that legacy today by serving a diverse population, many coming from families that could not afford a quality day-care program for their children.
Where do I go for a group photo or pictures of the event?
Group photos will happen at the giant Christmas Tree at Mitchell Park with Santa. You may view these pictures on line at www.believemckinney.org after the event.
Where do I get free my free holiday portraits taken?
Please visit the St. Andrew’s tent located on the square on the corner of Tennessee Street and Louisiana Parkway. Your picture will be burned to a cd that you will own the rights to and can get printed anywhere you choose for your family holiday cards!
| Holiday Portraits will be done during these times! | |
| Friday, November 27th | 10 am - 8 pm. |
| Saturday, November 28th | 10 am - 8 pm. |
| Sunday, November 29th | 12 pm - 6 pm. |
What hotels are offering discount overnight rates for race participants?
| Hotel | Rate | Contact | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn | $89.00 + Tax | Terry Thomas | 903-450-5780 | |||
| The Grand Hotel | $109.00 + Tax | Terry Spears | 214-726-9250 | |||
| Quality Inn | $59.00 + Tax Single Occupancy | Kimberly Lovera | 972-542-9471 | |||
| Quality Inn | $64.00 + Tax ; Double Occupancy | Kimberly Lovera | 972-542-9471 | |||
