Santa Run 8K/5K & Snowman Dash
- Date Sat 14th December 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $28.25 - $54.24
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the 9th Annual Santa Run 8K/5K & Snowman Dash, happening on Saturday, December 14, 2024, in the heart of Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This exciting event kicks off at 9:00 AM in front of Truist Ballpark, where holiday cheer meets exhilarating fun for the whole family. Participants can choose to run either the 8K or 5K, with the option to don playful costumes as Santa, an Elf, a Reindeer, or a Snowman. For those looking for a shorter distance, the 1-mile Snowman Dash starts at 10:15 AM, making it perfect for runners of all ages.
Join in the holiday spirit and enjoy a range of perks, including high-quality character shirts, festive hats, and finisher medals for the 8K and 5K. Don't miss the chance to collect your awards and celebrate with fellow runners at the post-race festivities featuring delicious snacks and hot cocoa. With entertainment provided by AAA Entertainment and Chris Ernst, this event promises to be a memorable holiday tradition. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to experience the most wonderful time of the year in Uptown Charlotte!
Join in the holiday spirit and enjoy a range of perks, including high-quality character shirts, festive hats, and finisher medals for the 8K and 5K. Don't miss the chance to collect your awards and celebrate with fellow runners at the post-race festivities featuring delicious snacks and hot cocoa. With entertainment provided by AAA Entertainment and Chris Ernst, this event promises to be a memorable holiday tradition. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to experience the most wonderful time of the year in Uptown Charlotte!
Organiser's Description
ITS THE MOST RUNDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR!
8k can choose to be a Santa, Elf, Reindeer, or Snowman. The _9__TH ANNUAL SANTA RUN 8K/5K & SNOWMAN DASH_ presented by Taylor Clay Products, will take place on DECEMBER 14, 2024 at 9:00am in front of Truist Ball park in Uptown Charlotte. This family fun event encourages participants to have fun, be creative, and dress up in costumes. Costumes are of course encouraged but not required. In fact, we will help you with your costume. All participants will get to choose their character shirt and receive a hat to go with itSanta Hat, Elf Hat, Reindeer Antlers, and a Snowman beanie. The Santa Run will also have a 1 mile Snowman Dash. This is a holiday tradition you will not want to miss.
START TIMES
8K & 5K - 9:00AM
Snowman Dash (1 mile) - 10:15AM
WHAT DO I GET FOR PARTICIPATING?
1. High Quality shirt. We will have Unisex long sleeve shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before December 2nd to be guaranteed a choice of shirt; SANTA, ELF, REINDEER, OR SNOWMAN. Your style of shirt will depend on what character you chose during registration. Anyone registered AFTER December 1st will be an SANTA while inventory lasts.
2. Finisher Medals guaranteed for the 8K & 5K ONLY . We do not have medals for the Snowman Dash.
3. Santa Hats, Elf Hats, Reindeer Antlers, and Snowman Beanies for the 8K and 5K only. Must register before December 1st to be guaranteed a hat. We will have extras available at the registration tent AFTER the race is over.
PACKET PICK UP
Friday, December 13th, 2024; 10:30AM 6:00PM
Run For Your Life Midtown
901 South Kings Drive, #100
Charlotte, NC 28204
Race Day Packet Pick Up Saturday, December 14th, 2024; 7:45AM 8:45AM
324 S Mint St,
Charlotte, NC 28202
_*YOU WILL BE ABLE TO PICK UP PACKETS FOR FRIENDS AND/OR FAMILY MEMBERS_
VIRTUAL RUNNERS
Your shirt and bib will be mailed out on race weekend, as soon as we get the shirts back from the printers. You can submit your time on the results page.
T-SHIRTS
Every 8K & 5K participant will receive a t-shirt that signed up before December 1st. If you've registered after our character/shirt deadline on December 1st , you will be registered as a Santa this year. We will order extra Santa shirts for those registering after December 1st but please note, your shirt is not guaranteed. We can not guarantee a Santa hat after December 1st. All Snowman Dashers will have Snowman shirts. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. NO SWITCHING SIZES NO EXCEPTIONS!
TIMING
We have partnered with Run Events to time this years event using Chronotrack Timing Systems. All 8K participants will be timed and will receive their disposable timing tag during packet pick up. Snowman Dash participants will be able to see their time at the finish with the finish line clock.
DIVISIONS
Overall, Masters, 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
AWARDS
Top 3 Males and Females in all divisions will receive awards.
CLAIMING AWARDS
As results become available, runners will be able to claim their awards at the awards ceremony prior to the last participant finishing. We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.
NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation.
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.
TIME LIMIT
Walkers are welcome in the Snowman Dash only.
MEDIC/FIRST AID
There will be a medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well.
WEATHER POLICY
Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events & Run Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events/Run Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events & Run Events reserve the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.
PARKING
PLEASE arrive in time to park. There are many available parking lots and parking decks around Uptown Charlotte with evening parking rates (usually after 5pm). Many are within a short walking distance of Truist Ballpark.
EXPO
After you cross the finish line, KEEP WALKINGreceive your finishers medal! The food tables you will have water, bananas, and snacks from Earth Fare. FREE Hot Cocoa.
ENTERTAINMENT
We are so excited to have AAA Entertainment and Chris Ernst as DJ at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!
8k can choose to be a Santa, Elf, Reindeer, or Snowman. The _9__TH ANNUAL SANTA RUN 8K/5K & SNOWMAN DASH_ presented by Taylor Clay Products, will take place on DECEMBER 14, 2024 at 9:00am in front of Truist Ball park in Uptown Charlotte. This family fun event encourages participants to have fun, be creative, and dress up in costumes. Costumes are of course encouraged but not required. In fact, we will help you with your costume. All participants will get to choose their character shirt and receive a hat to go with itSanta Hat, Elf Hat, Reindeer Antlers, and a Snowman beanie. The Santa Run will also have a 1 mile Snowman Dash. This is a holiday tradition you will not want to miss.
START TIMES
8K & 5K - 9:00AM
Snowman Dash (1 mile) - 10:15AM
WHAT DO I GET FOR PARTICIPATING?
1. High Quality shirt. We will have Unisex long sleeve shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before December 2nd to be guaranteed a choice of shirt; SANTA, ELF, REINDEER, OR SNOWMAN. Your style of shirt will depend on what character you chose during registration. Anyone registered AFTER December 1st will be an SANTA while inventory lasts.
2. Finisher Medals guaranteed for the 8K & 5K ONLY . We do not have medals for the Snowman Dash.
3. Santa Hats, Elf Hats, Reindeer Antlers, and Snowman Beanies for the 8K and 5K only. Must register before December 1st to be guaranteed a hat. We will have extras available at the registration tent AFTER the race is over.
PACKET PICK UP
Friday, December 13th, 2024; 10:30AM 6:00PM
Run For Your Life Midtown
901 South Kings Drive, #100
Charlotte, NC 28204
Race Day Packet Pick Up Saturday, December 14th, 2024; 7:45AM 8:45AM
324 S Mint St,
Charlotte, NC 28202
_*YOU WILL BE ABLE TO PICK UP PACKETS FOR FRIENDS AND/OR FAMILY MEMBERS_
VIRTUAL RUNNERS
Your shirt and bib will be mailed out on race weekend, as soon as we get the shirts back from the printers. You can submit your time on the results page.
T-SHIRTS
Every 8K & 5K participant will receive a t-shirt that signed up before December 1st. If you've registered after our character/shirt deadline on December 1st , you will be registered as a Santa this year. We will order extra Santa shirts for those registering after December 1st but please note, your shirt is not guaranteed. We can not guarantee a Santa hat after December 1st. All Snowman Dashers will have Snowman shirts. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. NO SWITCHING SIZES NO EXCEPTIONS!
TIMING
We have partnered with Run Events to time this years event using Chronotrack Timing Systems. All 8K participants will be timed and will receive their disposable timing tag during packet pick up. Snowman Dash participants will be able to see their time at the finish with the finish line clock.
DIVISIONS
Overall, Masters, 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
AWARDS
Top 3 Males and Females in all divisions will receive awards.
CLAIMING AWARDS
As results become available, runners will be able to claim their awards at the awards ceremony prior to the last participant finishing. We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.
NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation.
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.
TIME LIMIT
Walkers are welcome in the Snowman Dash only.
MEDIC/FIRST AID
There will be a medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well.
WEATHER POLICY
Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events & Run Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events/Run Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events & Run Events reserve the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.
PARKING
PLEASE arrive in time to park. There are many available parking lots and parking decks around Uptown Charlotte with evening parking rates (usually after 5pm). Many are within a short walking distance of Truist Ballpark.
EXPO
After you cross the finish line, KEEP WALKINGreceive your finishers medal! The food tables you will have water, bananas, and snacks from Earth Fare. FREE Hot Cocoa.
ENTERTAINMENT
We are so excited to have AAA Entertainment and Chris Ernst as DJ at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!
Races
-
Santa 8k
Incl. $4.25 Fee & Unisex Shirt - Adult Long-Sleeve
Sat 14th December 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$54.24
CLOSED -
Snowman Dash
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Unisex Shirt - Snowman Shirt
Sat 14th December 2024 (10:15AM EST)
$28.25
CLOSED -
Santa Run 5K
Incl. $4.25 Fee & Unisex Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 14th December 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$49.24
CLOSED -
Virtual 8K or 5K
Incl. $4.25 Fee & Unisex Shirt - Adult Long-Sleeve
$39.24
CLOSED
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