Auburn Santa Run/Walk 5k
Saturday, December 19 – Tuesday, December 29, 2026
9:30 AM PST
Auburn, California
$27.50–$32.80 · 4 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday spirit at the Auburn Santa Run/Walk 5K on Saturday, December 19, 2026, in beautiful downtown Auburn, Placer! This vibrant community event invites participants of all ages and fitness levels to don their festive gear and choose between Team Santa or Team Grinch, adding a fun twist to the traditional 5K course. Whether you're running or walking, this event is all about enjoying fitness and the joy of the season together.
For those who can't join in person, a virtual participation option allows you to complete the 5K at your own pace and location between December 19 and December 25, 2026. Every registered participant will receive a delightful finisher packet, including an official event T-shirt and medal. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to spread holiday cheer while staying active—mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day in Auburn!
For those who can't join in person, a virtual participation option allows you to complete the 5K at your own pace and location between December 19 and December 25, 2026. Every registered participant will receive a delightful finisher packet, including an official event T-shirt and medal. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to spread holiday cheer while staying active—mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day in Auburn!
Races
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5k SANTA TEAM
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Select one option below:
RegisterSaturday, Dec 19, 2026 (9:30 AM PST)
$32.80
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5k Grinch Team
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Select one option below:
RegisterSaturday, Dec 19, 2026 (9:30 AM PST)
$32.80
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Virtual Santa Team
VirtualIncl. $2.50 Fee & Select one option below:
RegisterSaturday, Dec 19, 2026 (9:30 AM PST)
$27.50
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Virtual Grinch Team
VirtualIncl. $2.50 Fee & Select one option below:
RegisterSaturday, Dec 19, 2026 (9:30 AM PST)
$27.50
Organiser's description
December 19, 2026
Join us in downtown Auburn for the annual Auburn Santa Run 5K, a premier community tradition celebrating fitness and the holiday season. Participants are invited to select their divisionTeam Santa or Team Grinchadding a spirited, friendly rivalry to the standard 5K course. Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to attend in themed athletic apparel.
Virtual Participation Option
For participants unable to attend the in-person event, a virtual race option is available.
Overview: Virtual participants complete their run independently at any location and pace. Because this division is non-competitive, no formal placements (first, second, or third) are awarded.
Date & Submission Window: On December 19, 2026, registered virtual participants will receive an email and SMS containing instructions for submitting race completion data. The official completion and submission window runs from December 19, 2026 to December 25, 2026.
Finisher Packet: Each registered participant will receive an official event T-shirt and finisher medal via mail.
Completion Policy
To qualify for an official finisher medal, participants must complete the 5K distanceeither running or walkingand submit their completion status through the designated results portal. Packets are dispatched upon receipt of verified submissions.
Join us in downtown Auburn for the annual Auburn Santa Run 5K, a premier community tradition celebrating fitness and the holiday season. Participants are invited to select their divisionTeam Santa or Team Grinchadding a spirited, friendly rivalry to the standard 5K course. Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to attend in themed athletic apparel.
Virtual Participation Option
For participants unable to attend the in-person event, a virtual race option is available.
Overview: Virtual participants complete their run independently at any location and pace. Because this division is non-competitive, no formal placements (first, second, or third) are awarded.
Date & Submission Window: On December 19, 2026, registered virtual participants will receive an email and SMS containing instructions for submitting race completion data. The official completion and submission window runs from December 19, 2026 to December 25, 2026.
Finisher Packet: Each registered participant will receive an official event T-shirt and finisher medal via mail.
Completion Policy
To qualify for an official finisher medal, participants must complete the 5K distanceeither running or walkingand submit their completion status through the designated results portal. Packets are dispatched upon receipt of verified submissions.
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Location
855 Pacific Ave, Auburn, 95603, CA, United States
Auburn Santa Run/Walk 5k
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