Santa Claus For A Cause 5k/10k
Saturday, December 12, 2026
8:00 AM PST
Huntington Beach, California
$36.20–$51.60 · 3 races
5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season in style at the Santa Claus For A Cause 5K/10K on Saturday, December 12th, 2026! Taking place at the beautiful Bolsa Chica State Beach in Huntington Beach, California, this festive event combines the thrill of running with the magic of Christmas. Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K race distance, all while enjoying a delightful atmosphere filled with falling snow, live carolers, and an abundance of holiday cheer.
Every runner receives their choice of a full Santa suit, a cozy Santa beanie, or a custom-designed race shirt, along with a unique finisher medal that doubles as a Christmas ornament. Beyond the fun and festivities, this event gives back to communities in need, providing essential goods and educational resources to villages in Africa and Nepal. So, gather your friends and family for a day of merriment, running, and giving back. Join us for a holiday celebration that promises to be unforgettable and impactful!
Every runner receives their choice of a full Santa suit, a cozy Santa beanie, or a custom-designed race shirt, along with a unique finisher medal that doubles as a Christmas ornament. Beyond the fun and festivities, this event gives back to communities in need, providing essential goods and educational resources to villages in Africa and Nepal. So, gather your friends and family for a day of merriment, running, and giving back. Join us for a holiday celebration that promises to be unforgettable and impactful!
Races
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HO HO HO KID's DASH Course
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
We will have a 400m course. You can run your kid's as far as is age appropriate. 100m, a full lap, or for an 800 meter (1/2 mile) 2 laps. Kid;s get finisher medals.
Register8:00 AM PST
$36.20
Organiser's description
SANTA CLAUS WITH A CAUSE 5K/10K
Saturday, December 12th, 2026
Bolsa Chica State Beach Lot 25, Huntington Beach, CA
Get ready for the ultimate Santa celebration at Bolsa Chica State Beach!
This isnt just a race, its a full-blown Christmas experience.
Youll run along the beach surrounded by falling snow, live carolers, festive music, and holiday cheer. Every runner receives their choice of a full Santa suit, cozy Santa beanie, or custom-designed race shirt, plus one of the biggest, most festive finisher Santa medals. Designed to double as a Christmas ornament.
And the best part? This race GIVES BACK. Proceeds from the event help gift staple goods, schooling, and hope to villages in Africa and Nepal, as well as supporting local health initiatives.
RACE DAY FUN & SCHEDULE
Arrive early and soak up the holiday spirit. Theres so much happening before the race even starts!
6:30 8:15 AM: Registration and bib pick-up open at Lot 25. Walk-up registrations are welcome, so bring your friends!
7:00 9:00 AM: The REAL Santa will be on-site for festive selfie photos (use hashtag #carenwareevents or tag us caren.ware.events). Lil Dickens Carolers will be singing, and snow will be falling to set the perfect holiday mood.
8:00 AM: Kids take center stage with the Ho Ho Ho Dashes (200m, 400m, 1/2 mile, and 1 mile). Cheer on the little elves as they dash through the holiday magic!
8:15 AM Holiday Costume Contest
8:20 AM: Warm up with the Penguin Macarena! Everyone is invited to join in. Best Costume and Best Christmas Spirit awards are given out here, so come dressed to impress.
8:30 AM: MASS START for the 5K & 10K! Your official time begins when you cross under the start arch, but you must cross by 8:40 AM to be officially timed.
9:20 AM 5K Awards Ceremony
9:40 AM 10K Awards Ceremony
11:00 AM - Expo Festivities End
WHATS INCLUDED
Your registration comes packed with holiday cheer! Every participant receives chip-timed results for the 5K or 10K, so you can track your performance. Youll also get to choose your festive swag, whether you want to run in a full Santa suit, stay cozy in a Santa beanie, or sport a custom-designed Santa race shirt.
When you cross the finish line, youll receive one of the biggest custom Santa-at-the-beach medals that doubles as a Christmas ornament to hang proudly on your tree.
Throughout the morning, enjoy a lively holiday atmosphere with falling snow, live carolers, games, and photo ops with the REAL Santa. Prizes will be awarded for Best Christmas Spirit, Best Costume, and even Best Dressed Doggie, so bring your creativity and holiday cheer.
And dont leave hungry, well have food vendors on-site serving tamales, tacos, specialty coffee, cookies, fresh fruit and more. Plan on enjoying breakfast by the beach with us after your run!
And for the competitors, we have three-deep age division awards in five-year increments from ages 1-10 all the way through 85+.
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP- RECOMMENDED, BUT NO REQUIRED. YOU CAN ALSO PICK UP RACE DAY AT THE RACE SITE. 6:45AM TO 8:25AM.
Early Pick-Up: Road Runner Sports 10:30am to 12:30pm Friday, December 11. Road Runner Sports in Newport Beach. 1835 Newport Blvd Costa Mesa, Ca 92627
(No ID required, and you may pick up for others.)
PARKING & DROP-OFF
Bolsa Chica State Beach Lot 25 parking is $15 per vehicle. The State park now has a QR code system to pay. Not at the gate, but once you park. There are signs attached to the lightpoles with QR codes to pay. If you have a state pass , you do not need to pay. The main gate opens at 6:00 AM use the main entrance only.
Drop-off is available at the corner of Warner & PCH. Free public parking is also available in Sunset Beach (behind Jack in the Box) if youd like to walk in. Plus, you can find free parking in Sunset Beach and jog or walk in.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are open and located on each end of lot 25.
STROLLERS
Strollers are welcome! Please stay to the right and use at your own risk. Only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal. Be sure your bib is worn on the front and visible to finish line staff.
PETS:
Friendly Pets are allowed and must be leashed at all times and accompanied by a Run /Walk participant. Please use a leash of 5 ft or less, for the safety of all pets and runners. Line up towards the back of the pack at the start and keep to the side of the race field on the course.
WEATHER
Rain or shine, the event will go on
MORE THAN JUST A RACE
Santa Claus with a Cause is the race that GIFTS BACK. Your participation helps provide staple goods, education, and training to those in need around the world.
Watch our global giving journey: YouTube: Caren.Ware.Events
Visit the Caren Ware booth on race day for book signings of Finding Fit an inspiring story about running through lifes challenges.
Register today, join the celebration, and make this holiday season unforgettable, for you AND for others.
Saturday, December 12th, 2026
Bolsa Chica State Beach Lot 25, Huntington Beach, CA
Get ready for the ultimate Santa celebration at Bolsa Chica State Beach!
This isnt just a race, its a full-blown Christmas experience.
Youll run along the beach surrounded by falling snow, live carolers, festive music, and holiday cheer. Every runner receives their choice of a full Santa suit, cozy Santa beanie, or custom-designed race shirt, plus one of the biggest, most festive finisher Santa medals. Designed to double as a Christmas ornament.
And the best part? This race GIVES BACK. Proceeds from the event help gift staple goods, schooling, and hope to villages in Africa and Nepal, as well as supporting local health initiatives.
RACE DAY FUN & SCHEDULE
Arrive early and soak up the holiday spirit. Theres so much happening before the race even starts!
6:30 8:15 AM: Registration and bib pick-up open at Lot 25. Walk-up registrations are welcome, so bring your friends!
7:00 9:00 AM: The REAL Santa will be on-site for festive selfie photos (use hashtag #carenwareevents or tag us caren.ware.events). Lil Dickens Carolers will be singing, and snow will be falling to set the perfect holiday mood.
8:00 AM: Kids take center stage with the Ho Ho Ho Dashes (200m, 400m, 1/2 mile, and 1 mile). Cheer on the little elves as they dash through the holiday magic!
8:15 AM Holiday Costume Contest
8:20 AM: Warm up with the Penguin Macarena! Everyone is invited to join in. Best Costume and Best Christmas Spirit awards are given out here, so come dressed to impress.
8:30 AM: MASS START for the 5K & 10K! Your official time begins when you cross under the start arch, but you must cross by 8:40 AM to be officially timed.
9:20 AM 5K Awards Ceremony
9:40 AM 10K Awards Ceremony
11:00 AM - Expo Festivities End
WHATS INCLUDED
Your registration comes packed with holiday cheer! Every participant receives chip-timed results for the 5K or 10K, so you can track your performance. Youll also get to choose your festive swag, whether you want to run in a full Santa suit, stay cozy in a Santa beanie, or sport a custom-designed Santa race shirt.
When you cross the finish line, youll receive one of the biggest custom Santa-at-the-beach medals that doubles as a Christmas ornament to hang proudly on your tree.
Throughout the morning, enjoy a lively holiday atmosphere with falling snow, live carolers, games, and photo ops with the REAL Santa. Prizes will be awarded for Best Christmas Spirit, Best Costume, and even Best Dressed Doggie, so bring your creativity and holiday cheer.
And dont leave hungry, well have food vendors on-site serving tamales, tacos, specialty coffee, cookies, fresh fruit and more. Plan on enjoying breakfast by the beach with us after your run!
And for the competitors, we have three-deep age division awards in five-year increments from ages 1-10 all the way through 85+.
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP- RECOMMENDED, BUT NO REQUIRED. YOU CAN ALSO PICK UP RACE DAY AT THE RACE SITE. 6:45AM TO 8:25AM.
Early Pick-Up: Road Runner Sports 10:30am to 12:30pm Friday, December 11. Road Runner Sports in Newport Beach. 1835 Newport Blvd Costa Mesa, Ca 92627
(No ID required, and you may pick up for others.)
PARKING & DROP-OFF
Bolsa Chica State Beach Lot 25 parking is $15 per vehicle. The State park now has a QR code system to pay. Not at the gate, but once you park. There are signs attached to the lightpoles with QR codes to pay. If you have a state pass , you do not need to pay. The main gate opens at 6:00 AM use the main entrance only.
Drop-off is available at the corner of Warner & PCH. Free public parking is also available in Sunset Beach (behind Jack in the Box) if youd like to walk in. Plus, you can find free parking in Sunset Beach and jog or walk in.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are open and located on each end of lot 25.
STROLLERS
Strollers are welcome! Please stay to the right and use at your own risk. Only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal. Be sure your bib is worn on the front and visible to finish line staff.
PETS:
Friendly Pets are allowed and must be leashed at all times and accompanied by a Run /Walk participant. Please use a leash of 5 ft or less, for the safety of all pets and runners. Line up towards the back of the pack at the start and keep to the side of the race field on the course.
WEATHER
Rain or shine, the event will go on
MORE THAN JUST A RACE
Santa Claus with a Cause is the race that GIFTS BACK. Your participation helps provide staple goods, education, and training to those in need around the world.
Watch our global giving journey: YouTube: Caren.Ware.Events
Visit the Caren Ware booth on race day for book signings of Finding Fit an inspiring story about running through lifes challenges.
Register today, join the celebration, and make this holiday season unforgettable, for you AND for others.
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Bolsa Chica State Beach, 17851 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, 92648, CA, United States
Santa Claus For A Cause 5k/10k
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