Santa Run 5k
About this race
The Santa Run 5k is coming to town! Join us on Saturday, December 12 at 10:00 AM for this annual Christmas classic.
Whether you are jolly jogging, Santa sprinting, winter wonderland walking or reindeer rolling, this family-friendly event is open to all ages and abilities.
All registrants receive a full Santa suit (complete with a beard) to wear during the race and keep, as well as a $10 gift certificate to Fleet Feet Des Moines as our gift to you!
In the true spirit of the season, $10 of your registration goes to one of five local nonprofits you choose! This year, the Santa Run 5k is supporting Team Run Free, Living History Farms, Girls on the Run, Children's Cancer Connection, Boys and Girls Club of Central Iowa.
Enjoy delicious hot chocolate at the finish line. Then, head over to SingleSpeed Brewing Co. for the Christmas party of the year!
Guarantee your spot on the Nice List, and sign up today!
Join fellow runners on December 9, 2023 for the Santa Run 5k. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Des Moines.
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Santa Run 5k
Packet Pickup will be on Friday, December 8th, 2023 from 3pm-6pm at Fleet Feet Des Moines, 521 E. Locust St. Des Moines, Iowa. There is free covered parking next door on E. Sixth. We will also have race day pickups from 8:30am – 9:45am.
About Des Moines
Santa Run 5k takes place in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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