The Santa Fun Run and Walk
- Date Sun 7th December 2025
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Lincoln, Nebraska
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at the Santa Fun Run and Walk on Sunday, December 7, 2025! Taking place at Fleet Feet Lincoln in Lancaster, this festive event invites participants of all ages to don their best Santa suits or holiday apparel and enjoy a delightful 2-mile fun run/walk. Kicking off at 10 AM, this untimed event is all about fun, community, and giving back, as attendees are encouraged to bring three nonperishable food items to donate to the Food Bank of Lincoln. After the run, participants can indulge in hot cocoa, cookies, and take memorable photos with Santa himself!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a joyful way to welcome the holiday season, the Santa Fun Run and Walk promises a morning filled with laughter, camaraderie, and festive spirit. Donβt miss out on this wonderful chance to make a difference while having a blast! Be sure to arrive early for Santa suit pickup and enjoy the festivities. Join us in Lincoln for a merry morning that will kick off your holiday season with joy and generosity!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a joyful way to welcome the holiday season, the Santa Fun Run and Walk promises a morning filled with laughter, camaraderie, and festive spirit. Donβt miss out on this wonderful chance to make a difference while having a blast! Be sure to arrive early for Santa suit pickup and enjoy the festivities. Join us in Lincoln for a merry morning that will kick off your holiday season with joy and generosity!
Organiser's Description
DRESS AS SANTA, LOG A COUPLE OF MILES, AND ENJOY A MORNING OF HOLIDAY CHEER!
Join us Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at 10am at Fleet Feet Lincoln for our annual Santa Run!
The Santa Run will be a 2ish mile fun run/walk (not a race!) where everyoneyoung and oldwill hit the trail dressed as Santa Claus. Afterward, all are welcome to get pictures with Santa, sip on hot cocoa, snack on cookies, and enjoy a morning of festive fun.
To register, simply sign up here for free and bring 3 items of nonperishable food on the day of the Santa Run. All food will be donated to the Food Bank of Lincoln, and a list of recommended donation items can be found below.
Those of all ages, paces, and fitness levels are warmly welcome to participate. Note that the Santa Run is an untimed fun run, not a race!
Special thanks to our friends at Spreetail and Vinnie Krikac at State Farm Insurance for sponsoring the Santa Run and making registration entirely donation-based this year!
REGISTRATION
SANTA OUTFIT PICKUP:
* Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10am-5pm at Fleet Feet Lincoln
* Sunday, Dec. 7 from 8am-8:45am at Fleet Feet Lincoln
INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION:
* 1 Santa suit
* _While supplies last._
* _Please note that there are a limited number of Santa Suits. If we run out, please plan to run in your own Santa suit or your most festive holiday apparel!_
* _One size fits most; choose Adult or Child when registering._
* 1 Santa Run decal sticker
* _While supplies last_
DAY-OF REGISTRATION:
* You can register on the day of the event, but you will not be guaranteed a Santa suit. If we run out of Santa suits, feel free to run in your own Santa costume or your most festive holiday apparel!
_By registering for this event you are acknowledging that the date, time, location, and distance of the race may be changed, switched to virtual, or canceled at any time as deemed necessary by the Race Directors due to circumstances beyond their control._
SANTA COSTUME SIZING AND DETAILS
There will be two options for Santa costumes this year, Child and Adult:
CHILD:
* Whats Included - Red Santa hat, red jacket, black belt, red pants, white beard
* Material - Non-woven fabrics
* Dimensions -
* Jacket length: 66cm
* Sleeve length: 49cm
* Shoulder: 41cm
* Pant length: 82cm
ADULT:
* Whats Included - Red Santa hat, red jacket, black belt, red pants, white beard
* Material - Non-woven fabrics
* Dimensions -
* Jacket length: 79cm
* Sleeve length: 60cm
* Shoulder: 47cm
* Pant length: 95cm
Santa suits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE A LIMITED NUMBER OF SANTA SUITS. IF WE RUN OUT, PLEASE PLAN TO RUN IN YOUR MOST FESTIVE HOLIDAY APPAREL!
EVENT SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, DEC. 7:
* 9am - Day-of Santa suit pickup opens
* 10am - Fun run/walk begins
* 10:30am - Get pictures with Santa, hot cocoa, cookies, and more holiday surprises!
FOOD BANK ITEMS
Please bring 3 items of nonperishable food with you on the day of the Santa Run. All food will be donated to the Food Bank of Lincoln. See a list of their recommended donations:
* Tuna and other canned meats
* Canned fruits and vegetables
* Peanut butter
* Macaroni and cheese and other boxed dinners
* Brown rice and long-grain white rice (not instant)
* 100% fruit juice
* Olive or canola oil
* Spices
* Low-sugar, whole grain cereals
* Healthy snacks (granola bars, nuts, dried fruit)
* Coffee
* Personal Care Items
ROUTE
The Santa Run will be ~2 miles and will take participants on sidewalks and trails surrounding the Fleet Feet Lincoln store. The exact route is TBD and will be shared with runners on race day.
PARKING
Free parking is available in any of the lots around Fleet Feet Lincoln. Please avoid parking directly in front of businesses that are open the morning of the Santa Run.
ADDRESS
* FLEET FEET LINCOLN
* _7701 Pioneers Blvd. Ste. 2_
* _Lincoln, NE 68506 US_
Join us Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at 10am at Fleet Feet Lincoln for our annual Santa Run!
The Santa Run will be a 2ish mile fun run/walk (not a race!) where everyoneyoung and oldwill hit the trail dressed as Santa Claus. Afterward, all are welcome to get pictures with Santa, sip on hot cocoa, snack on cookies, and enjoy a morning of festive fun.
To register, simply sign up here for free and bring 3 items of nonperishable food on the day of the Santa Run. All food will be donated to the Food Bank of Lincoln, and a list of recommended donation items can be found below.
Those of all ages, paces, and fitness levels are warmly welcome to participate. Note that the Santa Run is an untimed fun run, not a race!
Special thanks to our friends at Spreetail and Vinnie Krikac at State Farm Insurance for sponsoring the Santa Run and making registration entirely donation-based this year!
REGISTRATION
SANTA OUTFIT PICKUP:
* Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10am-5pm at Fleet Feet Lincoln
* Sunday, Dec. 7 from 8am-8:45am at Fleet Feet Lincoln
INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION:
* 1 Santa suit
* _While supplies last._
* _Please note that there are a limited number of Santa Suits. If we run out, please plan to run in your own Santa suit or your most festive holiday apparel!_
* _One size fits most; choose Adult or Child when registering._
* 1 Santa Run decal sticker
* _While supplies last_
DAY-OF REGISTRATION:
* You can register on the day of the event, but you will not be guaranteed a Santa suit. If we run out of Santa suits, feel free to run in your own Santa costume or your most festive holiday apparel!
_By registering for this event you are acknowledging that the date, time, location, and distance of the race may be changed, switched to virtual, or canceled at any time as deemed necessary by the Race Directors due to circumstances beyond their control._
SANTA COSTUME SIZING AND DETAILS
There will be two options for Santa costumes this year, Child and Adult:
CHILD:
* Whats Included - Red Santa hat, red jacket, black belt, red pants, white beard
* Material - Non-woven fabrics
* Dimensions -
* Jacket length: 66cm
* Sleeve length: 49cm
* Shoulder: 41cm
* Pant length: 82cm
ADULT:
* Whats Included - Red Santa hat, red jacket, black belt, red pants, white beard
* Material - Non-woven fabrics
* Dimensions -
* Jacket length: 79cm
* Sleeve length: 60cm
* Shoulder: 47cm
* Pant length: 95cm
Santa suits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE A LIMITED NUMBER OF SANTA SUITS. IF WE RUN OUT, PLEASE PLAN TO RUN IN YOUR MOST FESTIVE HOLIDAY APPAREL!
EVENT SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, DEC. 7:
* 9am - Day-of Santa suit pickup opens
* 10am - Fun run/walk begins
* 10:30am - Get pictures with Santa, hot cocoa, cookies, and more holiday surprises!
FOOD BANK ITEMS
Please bring 3 items of nonperishable food with you on the day of the Santa Run. All food will be donated to the Food Bank of Lincoln. See a list of their recommended donations:
* Tuna and other canned meats
* Canned fruits and vegetables
* Peanut butter
* Macaroni and cheese and other boxed dinners
* Brown rice and long-grain white rice (not instant)
* 100% fruit juice
* Olive or canola oil
* Spices
* Low-sugar, whole grain cereals
* Healthy snacks (granola bars, nuts, dried fruit)
* Coffee
* Personal Care Items
ROUTE
The Santa Run will be ~2 miles and will take participants on sidewalks and trails surrounding the Fleet Feet Lincoln store. The exact route is TBD and will be shared with runners on race day.
PARKING
Free parking is available in any of the lots around Fleet Feet Lincoln. Please avoid parking directly in front of businesses that are open the morning of the Santa Run.
ADDRESS
* FLEET FEET LINCOLN
* _7701 Pioneers Blvd. Ste. 2_
* _Lincoln, NE 68506 US_
Races
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The Santa Fun Run/Walk
Incl. Santa Suit - Adult and Child Sizes
Sun 7th December 2025 (10:00AM CST)
Free
Each loop is just over 2-miles. Please feel free to do 2-loops if you would like!
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