Santa Run 5k
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Price $48.70
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday spirit at the Santa Run 5k on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in beautiful Des Moines, Polk! This festive event kicks off at 10:00 AM, inviting participants of all ages and abilities to join in the fun. Whether you're jolly jogging, Santa sprinting, or enjoying a winter wonderland walk, everyone is welcome to participate in this family-friendly race. Each registrant will receive a complimentary Santa suit and a $10 gift certificate to Fleet Feet Des Moines, making this event even more exciting! Plus, your entry fee contributes $10 to a local charity of your choice, spreading joy beyond just the race.
Starting at the vibrant corner of 5th and Walnut Street, runners will be greeted with delicious hot chocolate at the finish line to warm up after the race. Don’t forget to stick around for the post-race celebration at SingleSpeed Brewing Co.! Be sure to pick up your race packet on Thursday, December 11, or Friday, December 12, from 3:00-6:00 PM at Fleet Feet Des Moines, or grab it on race day from 8:30-9:30 AM. Join us for a day filled with festive
Starting at the vibrant corner of 5th and Walnut Street, runners will be greeted with delicious hot chocolate at the finish line to warm up after the race. Don’t forget to stick around for the post-race celebration at SingleSpeed Brewing Co.! Be sure to pick up your race packet on Thursday, December 11, or Friday, December 12, from 3:00-6:00 PM at Fleet Feet Des Moines, or grab it on race day from 8:30-9:30 AM. Join us for a day filled with festive
Organiser's Description
Ho, ho, ho! Join us for our annual Santa Run 5k on Saturday, December 13 at 10:00 AM! Whether you are jolly jogging, Santa sprinting, or winter wonderland walking or wheeling, this family friendly event is open to all ages and abilities.
All registrants get a Santa suit and a $10 gift certificate to Fleet Feet Des Moines. However, the REAL present is that $10 of your entry fee goes to one of our local charity partners of your choosing!
Race start time will begin at 10:00 AM on 5th and Walnut Street, with delicious hot chocolate at the finish line. Then, head over to SingleSpeed Brewing Co. for a post-race afterparty!
Packet pick-up will be held on Thursday, December 11 from 3:00-6:00 and Friday December 12 from 3:00-6:00 inside of Fleet Feet Des Moines. You can also pick up your packet the morning of the race from 8:30-9:30 in the Heart of America hallway adjacent to Fleet Feet.
All registrants get a Santa suit and a $10 gift certificate to Fleet Feet Des Moines. However, the REAL present is that $10 of your entry fee goes to one of our local charity partners of your choosing!
Race start time will begin at 10:00 AM on 5th and Walnut Street, with delicious hot chocolate at the finish line. Then, head over to SingleSpeed Brewing Co. for a post-race afterparty!
Packet pick-up will be held on Thursday, December 11 from 3:00-6:00 and Friday December 12 from 3:00-6:00 inside of Fleet Feet Des Moines. You can also pick up your packet the morning of the race from 8:30-9:30 in the Heart of America hallway adjacent to Fleet Feet.
Races
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Santa Run 5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Santa Suit
Sat 13th December 2025 (10:00AM CST)
$48.70
Packet Pickup will be on Thursday, December 11 and Friday, December 12 from 3:00 - 6:00 PM. We will also have a limited race-day pickup from 8:00 - 9:30 AM, but highly encourage picking up your packet on Thursday or Friday. Day of registration is allowed. However, you will not receive a full Santa suit. Participants should park in the free parking garage at 600 E Locust St. or find street parking. Fleet Feet will not be providing parking validation at the 308 E 6th St. parking garage.
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