Paw Paw Rotary 5K Santa Run
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Paw Paw, Michigan
- Price Free - $25.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at the 15th Annual Paw Paw Rotary 5K Santa Run and 1-Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, December 12, 2026! Taking place at Freshwater Community Church in Paw Paw, Van Buren, this festive event invites participants of all ages to join in the merriment. Kick off your holiday season with a joyful 5K run or a leisurely 1-mile walk, starting at 9 AM. Each runner will don a delightful 5-piece Santa suit, while children under 12 receive a free Santa hat, ensuring everyone looks the part as they dash through downtown Paw Paw.
This community celebration not only promotes fitness and fun but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting local and international Rotary initiatives. Enjoy live music, tasty treats, and face painting before the run, making it a perfect outing for families and friends. With a registration fee of just $25 for early online sign-ups and $30 on the event day, don't miss your chance to be part of this heartwarming tradition that brings the spirit of Christmas to life. Join over 100 Santas in this unforgettable event and let's fill the streets with joy and laughter!
This community celebration not only promotes fitness and fun but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting local and international Rotary initiatives. Enjoy live music, tasty treats, and face painting before the run, making it a perfect outing for families and friends. With a registration fee of just $25 for early online sign-ups and $30 on the event day, don't miss your chance to be part of this heartwarming tradition that brings the spirit of Christmas to life. Join over 100 Santas in this unforgettable event and let's fill the streets with joy and laughter!
Organiser's Description
GET INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT WITH EXERCISE & FUN!
The Paw Paw Area Rotary Club is hosting its 15th Annual 5K Santa Run and 1-Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Freshwater Community Church in Paw Paw. Proceeds from the Run will be used to support the Rotary Clubs efforts both locally & worldwide.
Each participant will receive a 5-piece Santa suit to wear during the Run/Walk (kids under 12 receive a free Santa hat). A $100 donation will be made to Rotary International's WASH program on behalf of the men's and the women's 1st place runners. Rotary's WASH initiative works to bring clean water, sanitation and hygiene programs worldwide to communities in need.
The Santa Run is a popular community event enjoyed by participants and spectators alike. Enjoy our pre-run party with live music, treats, and time to visit with friends. To add to the fun, we'll again provide face painting before the run. The race kicks off at 9 am when you will help fill the town with Christmas cheer as one of over 100 Santas running through downtown Paw Paw!
EVENT DAY SCHEDULE:
ONSITE REGISTRATION AND SIGN-IN FOR THE EVENT: 730 AM
5K RUN & WALK 9:00 AM
FUN WALK 9:05 AM
COST:
$25 - EARLY ONLINE REGISTRATION: Online registration runs thru 5 PM Wednesday, December 9th, 2026.
$30 - ONSITE REGISTRATION DAY OF EVENT: After 5 PM Wednesday, December 9th, 2026, online registration will be closed. Please register on site on the day of the event starting at 7:30 AM.
FREE - CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS OF AGE. Children receive a free Santa Hat.
EVERYONES A WINNER! The purpose of this event is to provide a fun and family-friendly community run that everyone can enjoy. Every Santa who participates is a winner whether they're just there for a fun-run, or working to beat a personal record. In addition to receiving a Santa suit, a medal will be presented to each person who completes the Santa Run.
This event is NOT timed.
EVENT AND ONSITE REGISTRATION
Early arrival on the day of the event is encouraged! Event and onsite registration will be at Freshwater Community Church, 600 East Michigan Avenue in Paw Paw. Doors open at 7:30 AM. Pick up your Santa suit and enjoy live holiday music. To add to the fun, face painting will again be provided. And don't forget to come back in to pick up a healthy snack after the race.
BAD WEATHER
The run will be canceled by 7:30 a.m. on race day if the weather is too severe. There will be no refunds.
OTHER INFORMATION
*Dogs are not allowed on the course.
*All walkers and participants with strollers will be required to wait until all runners have crossed the start line.
GET INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT & SIGN UP FOR THE RUN TODAY!
The Paw Paw Area Rotary Club is hosting its 15th Annual 5K Santa Run and 1-Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Freshwater Community Church in Paw Paw. Proceeds from the Run will be used to support the Rotary Clubs efforts both locally & worldwide.
Each participant will receive a 5-piece Santa suit to wear during the Run/Walk (kids under 12 receive a free Santa hat). A $100 donation will be made to Rotary International's WASH program on behalf of the men's and the women's 1st place runners. Rotary's WASH initiative works to bring clean water, sanitation and hygiene programs worldwide to communities in need.
The Santa Run is a popular community event enjoyed by participants and spectators alike. Enjoy our pre-run party with live music, treats, and time to visit with friends. To add to the fun, we'll again provide face painting before the run. The race kicks off at 9 am when you will help fill the town with Christmas cheer as one of over 100 Santas running through downtown Paw Paw!
EVENT DAY SCHEDULE:
ONSITE REGISTRATION AND SIGN-IN FOR THE EVENT: 730 AM
5K RUN & WALK 9:00 AM
FUN WALK 9:05 AM
COST:
$25 - EARLY ONLINE REGISTRATION: Online registration runs thru 5 PM Wednesday, December 9th, 2026.
$30 - ONSITE REGISTRATION DAY OF EVENT: After 5 PM Wednesday, December 9th, 2026, online registration will be closed. Please register on site on the day of the event starting at 7:30 AM.
FREE - CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS OF AGE. Children receive a free Santa Hat.
EVERYONES A WINNER! The purpose of this event is to provide a fun and family-friendly community run that everyone can enjoy. Every Santa who participates is a winner whether they're just there for a fun-run, or working to beat a personal record. In addition to receiving a Santa suit, a medal will be presented to each person who completes the Santa Run.
This event is NOT timed.
EVENT AND ONSITE REGISTRATION
Early arrival on the day of the event is encouraged! Event and onsite registration will be at Freshwater Community Church, 600 East Michigan Avenue in Paw Paw. Doors open at 7:30 AM. Pick up your Santa suit and enjoy live holiday music. To add to the fun, face painting will again be provided. And don't forget to come back in to pick up a healthy snack after the race.
BAD WEATHER
The run will be canceled by 7:30 a.m. on race day if the weather is too severe. There will be no refunds.
OTHER INFORMATION
*Dogs are not allowed on the course.
*All walkers and participants with strollers will be required to wait until all runners have crossed the start line.
GET INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT & SIGN UP FOR THE RUN TODAY!
Races
-
1M Santa Fun Walk
Incl. 5 Pc Santa Suit
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:05AM EST)
$25.00
OPENS 19 JUL -
5K Santa Run/Walk
Incl. 5 Pc Santa Suit
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$25.00
OPENS 19 JULPaying participants will receive medals. Children 12 and under will only receive a medal and a Santa Suit if they are registered at the adult rate. -
Kids Under 12 - Free Santa Hat
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
Free
OPENS 19 JUL
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