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 14, 2024 for the Santa Run 5k. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Des Moines.
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2024 Santa Run 5k
Packet Pickup will be on Thursday and Friday, December 12 and 13 from 3:00-6:00 PM inside Fleet Feet Des Moines. We will also have race day pickups from 8:30 – 9:30 AM, but highly encourage picking up your packet on Thursday or Friday. Day of registration is allowed. However, you will not receive a full Santa suit. Participants should park in the free parking garage at 600 E Locust or find street parking. Fleet Feet will not be providing parking validation at the 308 E 6th St parking garage.
About Des Moines
Santa Run 5k takes place in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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