Santa Sprint Fun Run
- Date Fri 5th December 2025
- Time 5:15PM CST
- Location Gadsden, Alabama
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances Sprint
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the Santa Sprint Fun Run on Friday, December 5, 2025, in the heart of Gadsden, Etowah! This festive event invites participants to don their Santa hats and jingle bell bracelets as they sprint down Broad Street, right before the City of Gadsden's annual Christmas parade. The fun begins with a group photo at 5:00 PM on the steps of the Campbell Professional Building, followed by the race starting at 5:15 PM. The course spans approximately seven blocks, culminating at the charming gazebo at the corner of Broad Street and 1st Street.
With an entry fee of just $20, this spirited "fun run" encourages participants to enjoy the holiday atmosphere rather than compete for awards, although prizes will be given for the best-dressed Santas! After the race, runners can soak in the festive vibes by attending the Christmas parade and exploring local shops and eateries. Don't miss this chance to celebrate the season with joy, laughter, and community spirit in beautiful Gadsden!
With an entry fee of just $20, this spirited "fun run" encourages participants to enjoy the holiday atmosphere rather than compete for awards, although prizes will be given for the best-dressed Santas! After the race, runners can soak in the festive vibes by attending the Christmas parade and exploring local shops and eateries. Don't miss this chance to celebrate the season with joy, laughter, and community spirit in beautiful Gadsden!
Organiser's Description
Get ready to sprint down Broad Street as the lead out to the City of Gadsden Christmas parade wearing your Santa hats and jingle bell bracelets (provided to each runner in the swag bag)!
When: Tuesday, December 5, 2025 at 5:15PM.
Where: Downtown Gadsden. Group photo on the steps of Campbell Professional Building at 5:00pm. Race begins at 7th and Broad Street at 5:15pm. Race will end at the gazebo in the grassy area at the corner of Broad Street and 1st Street. The course is approximately 7 blocks.
Price: $20
This is a "fun run" and awards will not be distributed to overall winners. There will be awards for best dressed Santas.
Post-Race: Participants are encouraged to enjoy the rest of the City of Gadsden's Christmas parade and stay and shop, play and dine with the merchants and restauranteurs.
Event details and schedule:
Packet Pick-up: Packets can be picked up starting at 4:30pm on Tuesday, December 5th on the steps of the Campbell Professional Building - Gadsden, Alabama
Group photo on the steps of the Campbell Professional Building: 5:00pm - then walk to the intersection of Broad Street and 7th Street for race start line
Race Starts: 5:15pm (City of Gadsden Christmas Parade will begin at 5:30pm)
Contact: [email protected]
When: Tuesday, December 5, 2025 at 5:15PM.
Where: Downtown Gadsden. Group photo on the steps of Campbell Professional Building at 5:00pm. Race begins at 7th and Broad Street at 5:15pm. Race will end at the gazebo in the grassy area at the corner of Broad Street and 1st Street. The course is approximately 7 blocks.
Price: $20
This is a "fun run" and awards will not be distributed to overall winners. There will be awards for best dressed Santas.
Post-Race: Participants are encouraged to enjoy the rest of the City of Gadsden's Christmas parade and stay and shop, play and dine with the merchants and restauranteurs.
Event details and schedule:
Packet Pick-up: Packets can be picked up starting at 4:30pm on Tuesday, December 5th on the steps of the Campbell Professional Building - Gadsden, Alabama
Group photo on the steps of the Campbell Professional Building: 5:00pm - then walk to the intersection of Broad Street and 7th Street for race start line
Race Starts: 5:15pm (City of Gadsden Christmas Parade will begin at 5:30pm)
Contact: [email protected]
Races
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Santa Sprint - Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 5th December 2025 (5:15PM CST)
$22.20
Approximately 7 blocks - fun run as lead out to City of Gadsden Christmas parade
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