North Dakota Santa Run
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 4:15PM CST
- Location Mandan, North Dakota
- Price $30.68 - $40.22
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at the North Dakota Santa Run on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Mandan, Morton! This spirited 5K event invites participants to don festive Santa suits and join a vibrant community running through a winter wonderland filled with joy and camaraderie. Born from the vision of Judge David Reich, the Santa Run embodies the essence of compassion and support for those in recovery from addiction. Since its inception, this event has not only celebrated the holiday season but has also raised vital awareness and funds for recovery programs like Hope Manor. Join us in this uplifting journey as we run together for hope, recovery, and community spirit. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, come be a part of this cherished North Dakota tradition that highlights the power of resilience and support. Let's make this holiday season one to remember!
Organiser's Description
Running for Hope. Running for Recovery. Running for Community.
The North Dakota Santa Run has a story rooted in compassion, recovery, and community spirit. Originally founded as the Bismarck Santa Run, the event was born from the vision of Judge David Reich, a longtime North Dakota District Judge who saw firsthand the struggles of those battling addiction. Motivated to make a difference, Judge Reich created Runners Against Destructive Decisions (RADD), a running group that uses movement, friendship, and purpose to support those in active recovery.
RADD began on a cold, sleety April morning in 2014 with a simple belief: Running can change your life. It became a supportive community for individuals in recovery, helping them set goals, build strength, and find encouragement on and off the trail. Today, RADD continues to meet every week, offering fellowship, accountability, and the reminder that positive steps both literal and figurative can lead to lasting change.
Seeking a way to bring the message of recovery into the holiday season, founders Judge Reich and his wife Ann introduced the Santa Run a 5K event where every participant dons a Santa suit and runs through a winter wonderland of red suits and white beards. The run quickly became a local favorite, filling the streets with joy while shining a light on addiction recovery and the importance of community support.
In 2024, the Reich family entrusted the future of the event to the Mandan Progress Organization (MPO), ensuring the Santa Run would continue to thrive and grow as a cherished holiday tradition for both Mandan and Bismarck. Under MPOs leadership, the North Dakota Santa Run remains deeply committed to its founding mission raising awareness for addiction recovery and supporting organizations that make a difference in peoples lives.
Proceeds from the run will continue to benefit support Hope Manor a recovery-based housing and support program dedicated to helping individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.
The North Dakota Santa Run stands as a celebration of resilience, recovery, and the power of community. Together, we run for hope. We run for recovery. We run for North Dakota.
Well see you at the starting line.
The North Dakota Santa Run has a story rooted in compassion, recovery, and community spirit. Originally founded as the Bismarck Santa Run, the event was born from the vision of Judge David Reich, a longtime North Dakota District Judge who saw firsthand the struggles of those battling addiction. Motivated to make a difference, Judge Reich created Runners Against Destructive Decisions (RADD), a running group that uses movement, friendship, and purpose to support those in active recovery.
RADD began on a cold, sleety April morning in 2014 with a simple belief: Running can change your life. It became a supportive community for individuals in recovery, helping them set goals, build strength, and find encouragement on and off the trail. Today, RADD continues to meet every week, offering fellowship, accountability, and the reminder that positive steps both literal and figurative can lead to lasting change.
Seeking a way to bring the message of recovery into the holiday season, founders Judge Reich and his wife Ann introduced the Santa Run a 5K event where every participant dons a Santa suit and runs through a winter wonderland of red suits and white beards. The run quickly became a local favorite, filling the streets with joy while shining a light on addiction recovery and the importance of community support.
In 2024, the Reich family entrusted the future of the event to the Mandan Progress Organization (MPO), ensuring the Santa Run would continue to thrive and grow as a cherished holiday tradition for both Mandan and Bismarck. Under MPOs leadership, the North Dakota Santa Run remains deeply committed to its founding mission raising awareness for addiction recovery and supporting organizations that make a difference in peoples lives.
Proceeds from the run will continue to benefit support Hope Manor a recovery-based housing and support program dedicated to helping individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.
The North Dakota Santa Run stands as a celebration of resilience, recovery, and the power of community. Together, we run for hope. We run for recovery. We run for North Dakota.
Well see you at the starting line.
Races
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5K Adult (13+)
Incl. $3.22 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (4:15PM CST)
$40.22
Everyone 13 and older runs or walks a 5K in a Santa suit (included in your race packet) in downtown Mandan on Saturday, December 13th. -
5k Youth (Ages 5 - 12)
Incl. $2.68 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (4:15PM CST)
$30.68
Youth registrants (12 & younger) will receive a Holiday Tote with Elf Hat, Youth Long Sleeve Shirt and Race Bib.
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411 West Main St., Mandan, 58554, ND, United States
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