Santa Run 1 mile and 5k
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Middletown, Ohio
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for some festive fun at the 6th Annual Santa Run in Middletown, Butler, set for Saturday, December 12, 2026! This exciting event offers participants the choice of two race distances: a 1-mile fun run and a 5k race, both taking place at the beautiful Woodside Cemetery and Arboretum. The scenic course features a double loop through the charming grounds, making it an enjoyable experience for runners of all ages and abilities.
Every participant will receive a festive Santa hat, a unique keepsake Christmas ornament, a sweet treat, and a ticket for a warm drink from the coffee truck to keep you cozy. Don’t forget to dress up as Santa for a chance to win prizes for the jolliest costume, along with awards for the fastest male and female Santas! Plus, this event supports a great cause—Toys for Tots will be on site collecting new, unwrapped toys and monetary donations to help bring joy to children in need this holiday season. With early bird registration at just $25 until November 29th, this is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the season while getting active. Join us for a wonderful day of holiday cheer and community spirit!
Every participant will receive a festive Santa hat, a unique keepsake Christmas ornament, a sweet treat, and a ticket for a warm drink from the coffee truck to keep you cozy. Don’t forget to dress up as Santa for a chance to win prizes for the jolliest costume, along with awards for the fastest male and female Santas! Plus, this event supports a great cause—Toys for Tots will be on site collecting new, unwrapped toys and monetary donations to help bring joy to children in need this holiday season. With early bird registration at just $25 until November 29th, this is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the season while getting active. Join us for a wonderful day of holiday cheer and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
MIDDLETOWN'S 6TH ANNUAL RUNNING OF THE SANTA'S! 12/12/26
SANTA RUN HAS A NEW HOME!
The Woodside Cemetery and Arboretum near Downtown Middletown! 1401 Woodside Blvd, Middletown, OH 45044
HOLIDAY FUN:
Every participant will receive a Santa hat, unique keepsake Christmas ornament, a sweet treat and a "Hot Drink" ticket from the coffee Truck!
ROUTE:
Enjoy the scenic Arboretum as you make a double loop through the flat and beautiful Woodside Cemetery.
COME TO RUN DRESSED AS THE BIG GUY!
We would love to see all our runners dressed up as Santa, and of course there is a prizes for THE JOLLIEST looking Santa at the event, and our FASTEST MALE AND FEMALE Santas!
Toys For Tots:
Toys For Tots will be there collecting donations of toys or monetary donations! The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.
REGISTRATION FEE:
-The registration fee is $25 now through Nov 29th!
-Kids under 16 is $15
-PRICE INCREASES to $30 on Nov 29th!
DATES TO REMEMBER:
- November 28th - Santa hat deadline & last day for early bird pricing
- December 12th Race Day
TIMES:
- 7:30am Pre Race packet Pickup at start line area
- 9am Race Start
- 10am Award Ceremony
Parking:
-Participant parking is across the street at Rosa Parks Elementary School. _Please use the cross walk when crossing the street._
Awards:
- Finisher Awards to everyone
- 1st-3rd place Male/Female award in the 5k
- Jolliest Santa Prize
Thank you to our sponsors, Downtown Middletown Inc., Steve's Trophies, and Barney Riesbeck State Farm.
_Note there are no refunds at this event._
See you there!
SANTA RUN HAS A NEW HOME!
The Woodside Cemetery and Arboretum near Downtown Middletown! 1401 Woodside Blvd, Middletown, OH 45044
HOLIDAY FUN:
Every participant will receive a Santa hat, unique keepsake Christmas ornament, a sweet treat and a "Hot Drink" ticket from the coffee Truck!
ROUTE:
Enjoy the scenic Arboretum as you make a double loop through the flat and beautiful Woodside Cemetery.
COME TO RUN DRESSED AS THE BIG GUY!
We would love to see all our runners dressed up as Santa, and of course there is a prizes for THE JOLLIEST looking Santa at the event, and our FASTEST MALE AND FEMALE Santas!
Toys For Tots:
Toys For Tots will be there collecting donations of toys or monetary donations! The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.
REGISTRATION FEE:
-The registration fee is $25 now through Nov 29th!
-Kids under 16 is $15
-PRICE INCREASES to $30 on Nov 29th!
DATES TO REMEMBER:
- November 28th - Santa hat deadline & last day for early bird pricing
- December 12th Race Day
TIMES:
- 7:30am Pre Race packet Pickup at start line area
- 9am Race Start
- 10am Award Ceremony
Parking:
-Participant parking is across the street at Rosa Parks Elementary School. _Please use the cross walk when crossing the street._
Awards:
- Finisher Awards to everyone
- 1st-3rd place Male/Female award in the 5k
- Jolliest Santa Prize
Thank you to our sponsors, Downtown Middletown Inc., Steve's Trophies, and Barney Riesbeck State Farm.
_Note there are no refunds at this event._
See you there!
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