Santa Fun Run and Walk a mile
- Date Fri 4th December 2026
- Time 5:30PM EST
- Location Parkersburg, West Virginia
- Price $6.30
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the Santa Fun Run and Walk a Mile on Friday, December 4th, 2026, in the heart of Parkersburg, Wood! This delightful one-mile run/walk is not only a festive way to celebrate Christmas but also supports a great cause — benefiting the Children's Home Society of Parkersburg. With a fundraising goal of $5,000, every dollar raised will help protect and nurture children in the community.
The event will start and finish on Market Street, with Bicentennial Park transformed into a charming Christmas Village. Participants can enjoy complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, sweet treats, and festive music, all while meeting Santa himself! A $5 entry donation includes a festive Santa hat and a beautifully designed Christmas mug featuring artwork created by a child in a Children's Home Society program. Join us for this joyful celebration that brings the community together and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children this holiday season!
The event will start and finish on Market Street, with Bicentennial Park transformed into a charming Christmas Village. Participants can enjoy complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, sweet treats, and festive music, all while meeting Santa himself! A $5 entry donation includes a festive Santa hat and a beautifully designed Christmas mug featuring artwork created by a child in a Children's Home Society program. Join us for this joyful celebration that brings the community together and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children this holiday season!
Organiser's Description
Celebrate the 2026 Christmas season at this festive one-mile run/walk benefiting the Childrens Home Society of Parkersburg. Our goal is to raise $5,000, with every dollar supporting the organizations mission to protect and nurture children. Its a joyful way to welcome the holidays, bring the community together, and make a meaningful difference.
The event will begin and end on Market Street in downtown Parkersburg, with Bicentennial Park as the gathering point. Transformed into a cheerful Christmas Village, the park will offer complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, sweet treats, festive music, and a special visit from Santa.
A $5 entry donation includes a Santa hat and a Christmas mug showcasing holiday artwork created by a child in a Childrens Home Society program.
The event will begin and end on Market Street in downtown Parkersburg, with Bicentennial Park as the gathering point. Transformed into a cheerful Christmas Village, the park will offer complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, sweet treats, festive music, and a special visit from Santa.
A $5 entry donation includes a Santa hat and a Christmas mug showcasing holiday artwork created by a child in a Childrens Home Society program.
Races
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Santa Fun Run and Walk a Mile
Incl. $1.30 Fee & Santa Hat and Christmas Mug
Fri 4th December 2026 (5:30PM EST)
$6.30
OPENS 15 OCT
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Location
300 Market Street, Parkersburg, 26101, WV, United States
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