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The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge
Melrose, Massachusetts · Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 3.5 Miles, 2 Mile
Official race page & registration ↗The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge takes place on Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Melrose, Massachusetts. The race offers 2 distances: 3.5 Miles, 2 Mile. For anyone travelling in, Boston is about 7 miles away.
It is one of 35 races on the Massachusetts calendar that December.
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Melrose, Massachusetts
- Distances
- 3.5 Miles, 2 Mile
- Entry fee
- from $25 across event options; may include kids or shorter events. Check distance-specific prices and fees.
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Melrose: check in Dec 11, out Dec 13.
Common questions
When is The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge?
The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge is scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2026.
Where is The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge held?
The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge is held in Melrose, Massachusetts. It is about 7 miles from Boston.
What distances does The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge offer?
The listed distances are 3.5 Miles, 2 Mile.
How much does The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge cost?
Listed event options start from $25. This minimum may be for a kids or shorter event. Check the official race page for your distance's current price and any additional fees.
How do I register for The Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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