3rd Annual Santa’s Reindeer Run - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
- Date Sun 20th December 2026
- Time 7:30AM PST
- Location Huntington Beach, California
- Price Free - $57.17
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with the 3rd Annual Santa’s Reindeer Run on Sunday, December 20, 2026, at the stunning Bolsa Chica State Beach in Huntington Beach, Orange County! This festive event features a variety of race distances including a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, perfect for runners of all levels. Whether you’re racing, strolling, or sporting your favorite holiday outfit, this event promises to be a jolly good time filled with ocean views and holiday cheer.
Participants will enjoy a morning packed with fun, including a chance to meet Santa himself, who will be at both the start and finish lines for photo opportunities and high-fives. All finishers will receive a festive medal, complimentary race-day photos, and delicious treats at the finish line. Plus, don’t miss out on the holiday costume contest for a chance to win exciting prizes! With a variety of activities for the whole family, including a kids' dash and a doggie parade, the Santa’s Reindeer Run is the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations. Register today and join the holiday magic at Bolsa Chica State Beach!
Participants will enjoy a morning packed with fun, including a chance to meet Santa himself, who will be at both the start and finish lines for photo opportunities and high-fives. All finishers will receive a festive medal, complimentary race-day photos, and delicious treats at the finish line. Plus, don’t miss out on the holiday costume contest for a chance to win exciting prizes! With a variety of activities for the whole family, including a kids' dash and a doggie parade, the Santa’s Reindeer Run is the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations. Register today and join the holiday magic at Bolsa Chica State Beach!
Organiser's Description
FEMALE SIGN 3RD ANNUAL SANTA REINDEER RUN SPARKLES
BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH LOT 25
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2026
GET READY TO JINGLE ALL THE WAY AT THE 2ND ANNUAL SANTA REINDEER RUN! JOIN US AT BEAUTIFUL BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH FOR A FESTIVE MORNING OF HOLIDAY VIBES, OCEAN VIEWS, AND SANTA CLAUS HIMSELF! WHETHER YOURE HERE TO RACE, STROLL, OR ROCK YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY OUTFIT, THIS IS THE PERFECT WAY TO KICK OFF THE SEASON.
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FESTIVE MEDAL, FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS, AND YUMMY FINISH-LINE TREATS. PLUS, DRESS UP FOR OUR HOLIDAY COSTUME CONTEST FOR A CHANCE TO WIN EXTRA PRIZES AND EPIC BRAGGING RIGHTS!
SPECIAL APPEARANCE BY SANTA!
SANTA WILL BE WAITING AT THE START AND FINISH LINES FOR PHOTOS, HUGS, AND HIGH-FIVES. BE SURE TO GRAB YOUR HOLIDAY PHOTO WITH SANTA!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
LOCATION: BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH LOT 25
6:45 AM BIB PICK-UP & SAME-DAY REGISTRATION OPENS
7:30 AM HALF MARATHON START
8:30 AM 5K & 10K START
9:00 AM - FAMILY 1- MILER
9:30 AM- KIDS 200 YARD DASH
9:45 AM - SANTA PAWS DOGGIE PARADE
STOPWATCH TIMING & AWARDS
CHECK MARK CHIP-TIMED RACE WITH LIVE RESULTS
FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR THE TOP 3 MEN & WOMEN IN EACH DISTANCE
AWARDS CEREMONY TIMES:
PARKING & DROP-OFF
PARKING FEE: $15 PER VEHICLE STATE PARK ACCEPTS CARD ONLY
MAIN ENTRANCE: 17851 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92649 (GATE OPENS AT 6:00 AM)
DRIVE WEST AFTER ENTERING THE MAIN GATE UNTIL YOU REACH LOT 25 THE LAST LOT ON THE RIGHT, NEAR WARNER AVENUE & PCH
DROP-OFF OPTION: GET DROPPED OFF AT WARNER & PCH, JUST STEPS FROM LOT 25
FREE PUBLIC PARKING: AVAILABLE IN SUNSET BEACH BEHIND JACK IN THE BOX (17243 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY)
TIP: CARPOOLING HIGHLY ENCOURAGED!
SPARKLES JOIN THE HOLIDAY MAGIC!
LACE UP, GRAB YOUR SANTA HAT, AND JINGLE THROUGH THE MILES AT BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH! THE SANTA REINDEER RUN IS THE ULTIMATE WAY TO CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND FESTIVE FUN.
REGISTER TODAY AT CALIFLOWRUNS.COM
BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH LOT 25
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2026
GET READY TO JINGLE ALL THE WAY AT THE 2ND ANNUAL SANTA REINDEER RUN! JOIN US AT BEAUTIFUL BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH FOR A FESTIVE MORNING OF HOLIDAY VIBES, OCEAN VIEWS, AND SANTA CLAUS HIMSELF! WHETHER YOURE HERE TO RACE, STROLL, OR ROCK YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY OUTFIT, THIS IS THE PERFECT WAY TO KICK OFF THE SEASON.
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FESTIVE MEDAL, FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS, AND YUMMY FINISH-LINE TREATS. PLUS, DRESS UP FOR OUR HOLIDAY COSTUME CONTEST FOR A CHANCE TO WIN EXTRA PRIZES AND EPIC BRAGGING RIGHTS!
SPECIAL APPEARANCE BY SANTA!
SANTA WILL BE WAITING AT THE START AND FINISH LINES FOR PHOTOS, HUGS, AND HIGH-FIVES. BE SURE TO GRAB YOUR HOLIDAY PHOTO WITH SANTA!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
LOCATION: BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH LOT 25
6:45 AM BIB PICK-UP & SAME-DAY REGISTRATION OPENS
7:30 AM HALF MARATHON START
8:30 AM 5K & 10K START
9:00 AM - FAMILY 1- MILER
9:30 AM- KIDS 200 YARD DASH
9:45 AM - SANTA PAWS DOGGIE PARADE
STOPWATCH TIMING & AWARDS
CHECK MARK CHIP-TIMED RACE WITH LIVE RESULTS
FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR THE TOP 3 MEN & WOMEN IN EACH DISTANCE
AWARDS CEREMONY TIMES:
PARKING & DROP-OFF
PARKING FEE: $15 PER VEHICLE STATE PARK ACCEPTS CARD ONLY
MAIN ENTRANCE: 17851 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92649 (GATE OPENS AT 6:00 AM)
DRIVE WEST AFTER ENTERING THE MAIN GATE UNTIL YOU REACH LOT 25 THE LAST LOT ON THE RIGHT, NEAR WARNER AVENUE & PCH
DROP-OFF OPTION: GET DROPPED OFF AT WARNER & PCH, JUST STEPS FROM LOT 25
FREE PUBLIC PARKING: AVAILABLE IN SUNSET BEACH BEHIND JACK IN THE BOX (17243 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY)
TIP: CARPOOLING HIGHLY ENCOURAGED!
SPARKLES JOIN THE HOLIDAY MAGIC!
LACE UP, GRAB YOUR SANTA HAT, AND JINGLE THROUGH THE MILES AT BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH! THE SANTA REINDEER RUN IS THE ULTIMATE WAY TO CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND FESTIVE FUN.
REGISTER TODAY AT CALIFLOWRUNS.COM
Races
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5K Jingle Dash
Incl. $3.34 Fee
Sun 20th December 2026 (8:30AM PST)
$42.33
All fisher receive a medal Overall and Age Group Awards -
10K Holiday Hustle
Incl. $3.58 Fee
Sun 20th December 2026 (8:30AM PST)
$46.57
All fisher receive a medal Overall and Age Group Awards -
Reindeer Run Half Marathon
Incl. $4.18 Fee
Sun 20th December 2026 (7:30AM PST)
$57.17
All fisher receive a medal Overall and Age Group Awards -
Kids Candy Cane Dash
Incl. $1.42 Fee
Sun 20th December 2026 (9:30AM PST)
$8.42
All Finishers receive a medal -
Reindeer Romp 1-Miler
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 20th December 2026 (9:00AM PST)
$27.50
All finishers receive a medal Overall Awards Only No Age Group Awards -
Santa Paws Doggie Parade
Sun 20th December 2026 (9:45AM PST)
Free
The Santa Paws Doggie Parade is a short, festive stroll of about 0.25 miles perfect for pups of all sizes! Dress them up in their most jolly holiday gear and join the fun. Santa will be waiting at the finish for photos and tail wags!
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17851 Pacific Coast, Huntington Beach, 92648, CA, United States
3rd Annual Santa’s Reindeer Run - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
