Santa's Toy Trot...2-mile, 4-mile, 6-mile Road Race & Elves Fun Run
About this race
The Winner's Circle Running Club hosts the 2026 Santa's Toy Trot on Sunday 12/13/2026 beginning at 10:00 A.M.. Participants have the option to run 2,4 or 6 miles. The race starts at the Sweetsir School in Merrimac, MA. Participants run a 2-mile loop that starts and finishes at the school. The two mile loop allows runners to decide whether or not they want to stop or keep on going to complete 4 or 6 miles. Strategy is key!!! The run is chipped timed with Male/Female overall awards in each distance followed by age group awards (10 year age group). Starting at age 60, age groups are 5 year age groups until 90+!!!, and prizes will be awarded two deep. Prior to the actual race children, 10 and under, are welcome to participate in a fun run around the elementary school led by a Winner's Circle Running Club Member, free of charge. A portion of the proceeds supports the Merrimac Holiday Helper Program, a program that supports Merrimac Families through the holidays. A giveway, yet to be determined, will be provided to the first 200 Registrants!!! New England weather can be hard to predict however, the race will be held regardless of the weather unless the roads are closed by the police. Race entry fees are non-refundable. For more information, email palzcares@comcast.net.
Every participant is asked to don your most outrageous Ugly Christmas Sweater at the Santa’s Toy Trot on Sunday December 13th, 2026 to keep the holiday spirit alive. Prizes available for the best dressed participant wearing the most outrageous sweater!!! This spirited race is perfect for participants of all ages and abilities, combining the joy of the season with a good cause. The all-paved flat surfaces, and the charming streets of Merrimac make it perfect for families, pets and stroller friendly. Participants can run a single loop (2 miles), double loop or triple loop for your chance to win an age group award. Lace up your running shoes and enjoy the FUN!!!
About the WCRC:
The Winner's Circle Running Club is a USATF certified, affiliate member of the Road Runners Club of America and a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, who's goal is to provide equal opportunities for everyone to participate in and contribute to the sport of running, where all are safe, welcome and have a sense of belonging.
Pick your distance
Running
Santa's Toy Trot 2-mile, 4-mile, 6-mile Road Race (with toy)
Participant's run a 2 mile loop that begins and ends at the Sweetsir School. Once, Twice or Three times runner's choose their distance.
Elves Fun Run (children under 10)
The children's fun run is for children 10 and under. The run is around the school led by a Winner's Circle Club Member. All children who participate will receive a gift when they arrive at the finish line. Santa and his Friends will be at the start and finish lines.
Santa's Toy Trot 2-mile, 4-mile, 6-mile Road Race for Seniors (70 and older)
In lieu of the registration fee, the Race Director asks that you bring a toy or provide a cash donation when picking up your number. Be sure to sign up and sign the waiver. There will be 5 year age group awards beginning at 60+!!!
Santa's Toy Trot 2-mile, 4-mile, 6-mile Road Race (no toy)
Participant's run a 2 mile loop that begins and ends at the Sweetsir School. Once, Twice or Three times runner's choose their distance.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 4 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Merrimac, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:06 AM and sets at 4:10 PM local time (EST) in Merrimac on December 13, 2026 — 9h 03m of daylight.
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- Merrimac Running Calendar 2026 2 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 2 Merrimac events
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