The Christmas in July 5K, 10K and Fun Run is scheduled for Saturday, July 13 at Stonebridge United Methodist Church (1800 S. Stonebridge Dr.) in McKinney. A $100 prize will be awarded to overall male and female runners. Medals for top three in each age group will also be awarded, with candy canes given for the fun run.

The festive, Christmas-themed event with offer free snow cones, sponsor booths, inflatables and opportunities to serve/get involved in making the McKinney area a better place. July is usually the least charitable month across the nation, six months away from the most charitable month of December around Christmastime. We're looking to give a little boost to organizations and ministries that care for people year-round and remind people that loving our neighbors is a constant thing. All registrants are required to bring five cans of food to the race as part of your entry fees. 

Fees are as follows:

5K — $25

10K — $30

Fun Run — $10

The entry fee for each race goes up $5 per week. Remember, participants must bring five cans of food for the Food Bank Drive.