SCPS Santa Chase
Saturday, December 12, 2026
9:00 AM EST
Savannah, Georgia
$24.50–$40.00 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the SCPS Santa Chase on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in beautiful Savannah, Chatham! This festive trail run invites the entire Savannah community to join in the holiday spirit as participants race against Santa and Mrs. Claus. The thrilling 5K offers a chance to win $100 for the first runner to cross the finish line ahead of Santa, while the 1-mile race gives you the opportunity to beat Mrs. Claus for another $100 prize!
Holiday costumes are highly encouraged, and a Costume Contest will take place on the day of the event, with winners announced before the races begin. Families can also enjoy a fun 1/4 mile kids fun run around the Eckburg Center, where every child who finishes will receive a medal. In addition to the races, there will be food vendors, face painting, and plenty of festive activities for everyone to enjoy. With registration prices set at $35 for the 5K and 1 mile until December 11th, and $20 for the Fun Run, this event is not only a fantastic way to celebrate the season but also supports SCPS PTF. Don’t miss out on this joyful holiday experience!
Holiday costumes are highly encouraged, and a Costume Contest will take place on the day of the event, with winners announced before the races begin. Families can also enjoy a fun 1/4 mile kids fun run around the Eckburg Center, where every child who finishes will receive a medal. In addition to the races, there will be food vendors, face painting, and plenty of festive activities for everyone to enjoy. With registration prices set at $35 for the 5K and 1 mile until December 11th, and $20 for the Fun Run, this event is not only a fantastic way to celebrate the season but also supports SCPS PTF. Don’t miss out on this joyful holiday experience!
Races
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Kids Fun Run - 1/4 mile
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Kids T-shirt
Kids ages 9 and under
Register9:00 AM EST
$24.50
Organiser's description
JOIN US ON A TRAIL RUN WHILE CHASING SANTA OR MRS. CLAUS! SCPS welcomes our Savannah area community to come out and run our campus trails. The first runner to beat Santa across the 5k finish line wins $100! The first runner to beat Mrs. Claus in the 1 mile wins $100!
Holiday costumes are encouraged as there will be a Costume Contest. Registration for the costume contest takes place the day of the event and winners will be announced before the start of the 5k & 1 mile race.
Due to the natural terrain of the trails, strollers are difficult to navigate for the 5k but fine on the 1 mile.
There will be a fun 1/4 mile kids fun run around the Eckburg Center. Each child that completes the 1/4 mile will receive a medal. T-shirts can be purchased for the Fun Run participants for $15 in the registration process.
This event offers food vendors, face painting, and fun holiday activities for the family.
All proceeds will benefit SCPS PTF.
LOCATION STREET ADDRESS: 1599 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, GA 31408
PRICING: 5k and 1 mile are both $35 until December 11th and $40 after. Fun Run is $20 until December 11th and $25 after.
Race Day Registration until 8:45 am
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
* NEW**ALL RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL **NEW
* Walkers are welcome
* T-shirt is included - 5k & 1mile only
* The Fun Run is for runners 9 years old and under
* Dogs are not allowed at this event
* Anyone can pick up packets with confirmation email
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packets will be available for pick up on Friday, December 11th from 12pm - 5pm at the Eckburg Building at Savannah Christian Preparatory School. It is the first building on the right when you turn into the main entrance of the campus off Chatham Parkway.
Holiday costumes are encouraged as there will be a Costume Contest. Registration for the costume contest takes place the day of the event and winners will be announced before the start of the 5k & 1 mile race.
Due to the natural terrain of the trails, strollers are difficult to navigate for the 5k but fine on the 1 mile.
There will be a fun 1/4 mile kids fun run around the Eckburg Center. Each child that completes the 1/4 mile will receive a medal. T-shirts can be purchased for the Fun Run participants for $15 in the registration process.
This event offers food vendors, face painting, and fun holiday activities for the family.
All proceeds will benefit SCPS PTF.
LOCATION STREET ADDRESS: 1599 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, GA 31408
PRICING: 5k and 1 mile are both $35 until December 11th and $40 after. Fun Run is $20 until December 11th and $25 after.
Race Day Registration until 8:45 am
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
* NEW**ALL RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL **NEW
* Walkers are welcome
* T-shirt is included - 5k & 1mile only
* The Fun Run is for runners 9 years old and under
* Dogs are not allowed at this event
* Anyone can pick up packets with confirmation email
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packets will be available for pick up on Friday, December 11th from 12pm - 5pm at the Eckburg Building at Savannah Christian Preparatory School. It is the first building on the right when you turn into the main entrance of the campus off Chatham Parkway.
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1599 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, 31408, GA, United States
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