Santa Dash - 7km, 14km, 21km

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  • Date Sun 18th December 2022
  • Time 10:30
  • Location Edinburgh, Midlothian

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A group of nine runners dressed in festive holiday costumes, including Santa and elf outfits, smile for a group photo. They are outdoors on a grassy area with race bibs pinned to their clothes, indicating participation in a themed race or fun run.

Santa Dash - 7km, 14km, 21km

Sun 18th December 2022

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Event summary

Get ready for a jolly good time at the Santa Dash, an exciting running event hosted by Blast Running! On Sunday, December 18th, 2022, join fellow festive enthusiasts at Gypsy Brae Recreation Ground in Silverknowes, Edinburgh, Midlothian, for a fun-filled day of running and holiday cheer. Whether you’re dashing through the streets in a Christmas pudding costume, an inflatable turkey, or your favorite running gear, this event promises to be a delightful experience for all ages. Choose your challenge with race distances of 7km, 14km, or a slightly longer 21km course, which officially qualifies as a half marathon! Not only will you be embracing the holiday spirit, but you’ll also be supporting a great cause, as the Santa Dash raises funds for Young Lives vs Cancer (formerly known as CLIC Sargent). Don’t miss out on this festive favorite—mark your calendars and get ready to join the fun!

Santa Dash - 7km, 14km, 21km

Sun 18th December 2022

A group of nine runners dressed in festive holiday costumes, including Santa and elf outfits, smile for a group photo. They are outdoors on a grassy area with race bibs pinned to their clothes, indicating participation in a themed race or fun run. Illustration of Santa Claus running with a sack over his shoulder, above the text "Santa Dash 2022." The image features a simple red and white color scheme, with Santa in mid-stride, appearing energetic and joyful. Three runners, dressed in red shirts and Santa hats, run hand in hand during a race. The runner in the middle has bib number 86, while the runner on the left has bib number 124. The background shows a park with sporadic onlookers and more runners in the distance. A person stands outdoors on a grassy area surrounded by trees, dressed in a Christmas tree costume adorned with tinsel, ornaments, and a star on top. They are smiling, holding a medal in one hand and a small bag in the other. They wear a race number, 128, on their chest. Two people are running on a gray path, wearing festive red outfits with reindeer designs and reindeer antler hats. They appear cheerful and are smiling. One is wearing glasses. The background includes a grassy area. A smiling person dressed in a red Christmas tree outfit stands next to a tall person dressed as a green elf with red shorts and a Santa hat. They are outdoors on a rainy day with parkland and event flags in the background. Two runners in festive outfits smile for the camera after a race. The runner on the left wears a grey shirt with a Santa design, elf pants, and a race number 221. The runner on the right wears a red vest, green shirt, festive pants, and a race number 230. A group of four people smiling outdoors with two children. One adult is carrying a child on their shoulders while another adult is holding a child dressed in festive red clothing. Both children and one adult wear Santa hats. The number "73" is visible on a race bib. A man smiles broadly while wearing a colorful sweater with the word "Lidl" and snowflake patterns on it. He has a red neck gaiter and a black running vest. The background is slightly blurred, hinting at an outdoor setting. Two women dressed in festive Santa outfits stand on a paved path with a grassy area in the background. Both are smiling and wearing Christmas hats, one with a Santa hat and the other with reindeer antlers. Other people in colorful attire are gathered in the background.

Organiser's Description

The Santa Dash is now in it's 3rd year and is a firm festive favourite amongst our regular runners! Dress up as a Christmas pudding, an inflatable turkey (yes this has happened) or just come along in your running kit and hope not to be called Scrooge!

This year's event will take place at Gypsy Brae Recreation Ground, Silverknowes on Sunday 18th December at 10.30am and will be fundraising for Young Lives vs Cancer (formally known as CLIC Sargent).

Join us on the start line for a 7km dash, a 14km dash or a 21km dash (it's actually a little bit more than 21km, to make it an official half marathon).

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Course Details

Beachside prom, fantastic for setting a quick time - even dressed as a Christmas fairy!

What's Included

Entry includes a bespoke medal and a mince pie of course!

  • Bespoke medal for all finishers
  • Mince pies and hot drinks for all finishers
  • Spot prizes
  • Fun family friendly event
  • Great for spectating

Parking

There is free parking on: West Shore Road, Marine Drive and Cramond Foreshore Car Park.Please leave enough time to find a parking space and get to the start line on time. You can leave you bike with us at the start/finish area, please note that we can’t ultimately take any responsibility for it and it’s left at your own risk but we’re happy to watch it whilst you run.

Location

The route is along the Silverknowes Promenade, Edinburgh. More details to follow.

FAQs

  • Is there a bag drop?

    Unsecured baggage storage will be available. The race organisers take no responsibility for any items stored before, during or after the race.

  • Will there be a race briefing?

    There will be a race safety brief given to all runners 5 minutes beforehand to go over any safety issues and give the opportunity for runners to ask any questions.

  • Can I run with a buggy?

    YES! This route is suitable for buggy running.

  • Can I run with a dog?

    Unfortunately our insurance will not cover this.

age restrictions

In accordance with Scottish Athletic guidelines 7km participants should be age 11 or above on the day of the race and 14km participants should be age 15 or above on the day of the event. Half marathon/21km participants should be age 17 or above on the day of the event. It is ultimately the responsibility of the parent / guardian to assess the ability of the participating child.

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Location

EH4 6NT Cramond Glebe Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Santa Dash - 7km, 14km, 21km

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