2026 Santa Shuffle Ottawa: Fun Run & Elf Walk
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Location Ottawa, ON
- Price $61.59
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the 2026 Santa Shuffle in Ottawa on Saturday, December 5th! This exciting event features a 5K Fun Run and a 1K Elf Walk, bringing together families, friends, and the community to support a great cause. Organized by The Salvation Army, this national fundraising event aims to provide food, shelter, and hope for individuals and families in need across Canada.
As a participant in the Santa Shuffle, you'll receive a personalized race bib, a unique finisher's medal, and a special Christmas Tree Ornament to commemorate your achievement. Plus, with new opportunities for fundraising, you can become a Holiday Hope Champion and earn exclusive limited-edition items like a Santa Shuffle Buff, Toque, or Hoodie based on your fundraising efforts. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, the Santa Shuffle promises tons of festive fun while making a meaningful impact in the community. Sign up today and join us in spreading holiday cheer!
As a participant in the Santa Shuffle, you'll receive a personalized race bib, a unique finisher's medal, and a special Christmas Tree Ornament to commemorate your achievement. Plus, with new opportunities for fundraising, you can become a Holiday Hope Champion and earn exclusive limited-edition items like a Santa Shuffle Buff, Toque, or Hoodie based on your fundraising efforts. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, the Santa Shuffle promises tons of festive fun while making a meaningful impact in the community. Sign up today and join us in spreading holiday cheer!
Organiser's Description
2026 Santa Shuffle Ottawa
Fun Run & Elf Walk
The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle is a national fundraising event supporting the local work of The Salvation Army in communities across Canada.By registering for the Ottawa Santa Shuffle, you are joining a community of participants and fundraisers helping provide food, shelter, and hope to individuals and families facing hardship.As a Santa Shuffler, your registration includes:A personalized race bib.A one-of-a-kind finisher's medal and Christmas Tree Ornament to celebrate your achievement!Tons of fun with friends, family, and the entire community!An opportunity to fundraise for your local Salvation Army, with every dollar raised helping to ensure practical assistance and compassionate support are available in your community.New for 2026: Be a Holiday Hope Champion!When you take part in The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle and become a fundraiser, you become a Holiday Hope Champion as you help raise funds to support the vital work of The Salvation Army in your community.To thank participants for their fundraising efforts and early support, a number of limited-edition items are available:Be among the first 2,000 participants across Canada to make a $50 donation during registration
Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle Buff/Neck GaiterRaise $150 or more (youth: $100 or more)
Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle ToqueBe among the first 500 participants across Canada to raise $500 or more
Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle HoodieThese items recognize the meaningful difference you are making. Every dollar raised helps provide food, shelter, and practical support to individuals and families facing hardship.Please note: Donors will receive a donation confirmation when supporting the charity online, and The Salvation Army will be issuing official tax receipts for donations over $20.Simplified Registration for 2026We’ve made registering for The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle easier than ever this year.For 2026, there is one simple registration option for everyone:
"Individual – 5K Fun Run / 1K Elf Walk"Whether you plan to run or walk, all participants register through a single, streamlined process — making it quicker and easier to sign up and get started.To ensure the event remains accessible to everyone, discounts are automatically applied at checkout:Youth (18 and under) and Seniors (65+) receive $10 off registrationGroup registrations receive:10% off per registration for groups of 4–9 participants15% off per registration for groups of 10 or more participantsNo codes are required, and all eligible discounts are applied automatically when you register.
Fun Run & Elf Walk
The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle is a national fundraising event supporting the local work of The Salvation Army in communities across Canada.By registering for the Ottawa Santa Shuffle, you are joining a community of participants and fundraisers helping provide food, shelter, and hope to individuals and families facing hardship.As a Santa Shuffler, your registration includes:A personalized race bib.A one-of-a-kind finisher's medal and Christmas Tree Ornament to celebrate your achievement!Tons of fun with friends, family, and the entire community!An opportunity to fundraise for your local Salvation Army, with every dollar raised helping to ensure practical assistance and compassionate support are available in your community.New for 2026: Be a Holiday Hope Champion!When you take part in The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle and become a fundraiser, you become a Holiday Hope Champion as you help raise funds to support the vital work of The Salvation Army in your community.To thank participants for their fundraising efforts and early support, a number of limited-edition items are available:Be among the first 2,000 participants across Canada to make a $50 donation during registration
Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle Buff/Neck GaiterRaise $150 or more (youth: $100 or more)
Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle ToqueBe among the first 500 participants across Canada to raise $500 or more
Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle HoodieThese items recognize the meaningful difference you are making. Every dollar raised helps provide food, shelter, and practical support to individuals and families facing hardship.Please note: Donors will receive a donation confirmation when supporting the charity online, and The Salvation Army will be issuing official tax receipts for donations over $20.Simplified Registration for 2026We’ve made registering for The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle easier than ever this year.For 2026, there is one simple registration option for everyone:
"Individual – 5K Fun Run / 1K Elf Walk"Whether you plan to run or walk, all participants register through a single, streamlined process — making it quicker and easier to sign up and get started.To ensure the event remains accessible to everyone, discounts are automatically applied at checkout:Youth (18 and under) and Seniors (65+) receive $10 off registrationGroup registrations receive:10% off per registration for groups of 4–9 participants15% off per registration for groups of 10 or more participantsNo codes are required, and all eligible discounts are applied automatically when you register.
Races
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Individual 5K Fun Run / 1K Elf Walk
$61.59
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Lansdowne Park, Marché Way, Ottawa, ON K1S 3W7, Canada
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