The Santa Race 5k and Little Reindeer Dash
Saturday, December 5, 2026
9:00 AM EST
Gahanna, Ohio
$27.50–$43.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready to jingle all the way at The Santa Race 5K and Little Reindeer Dash on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in Gahanna, Franklin! This festive family-friendly event promises a joyful experience for all ages. Participants in the 5K race can look forward to a themed long sleeve shirt, a custom Santa finishers medal, a cozy pair of Christmas socks, and free event photos to capture the memories. Children can join in the fun with the Little Reindeer Dash, where they will receive their own adorable shirt and a small gift.
Pre-race packet pickup will take place on Thursday, December 3, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Worthy Total Fitness. On race day, registration opens at 8:00 am, with the Little Reindeer Dash starting at 9:00 am followed by the 5K run/walk at 9:05 am. Don't miss the chance to compete for awards, including first place honors for overall male and female winners, as well as age group categories. Please note that pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and festive spirit at The Santa Race
Pre-race packet pickup will take place on Thursday, December 3, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Worthy Total Fitness. On race day, registration opens at 8:00 am, with the Little Reindeer Dash starting at 9:00 am followed by the 5K run/walk at 9:05 am. Don't miss the chance to compete for awards, including first place honors for overall male and female winners, as well as age group categories. Please note that pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and festive spirit at The Santa Race
Races
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Little Reindeer Dash
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
A very short, fun event for kids aged 6 and under
Register9:00 AM EST
$27.50
Organiser's description
The Santa Race 5K is a fun, family friendly event for the whole family. Bring everyone down for a most festive experience.
ALL REGISTERED 5K PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
* Themed Long Sleeve Shirt
* Custom Santa Finishers Medal
* A pair of Christmas socks
* Free Event Photos
LITTLE REINDEER DASH
* Kids get their own cute Little Reindeer Dash shirt
* Small gift
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP
* Worthy Total Fitness
* Thursday December 3
* 4:00 to 7:00 pm
* 73 N. High Street, Gahanna
RACE DAY PICKUP
* Start / Finish
* December 5
* 8:00 to 9:00 am
START TIMES
* 9:00 am - Little Reindeer Dash
* 9:05 am - 5k Run/Walk
AWARDS
* First Place Overall Male and Female
* First Place Age Group
* 10 and Under, 11-15 Years, 16-19 Years, 20-29 Years, 30-39 Years, 40-49 Years, 50-59 Years, 60-69 Years, 70 and Over
ANIMALS
NO PETS ALLOWED. Service animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are welcome
ALL REGISTERED 5K PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
* Themed Long Sleeve Shirt
* Custom Santa Finishers Medal
* A pair of Christmas socks
* Free Event Photos
LITTLE REINDEER DASH
* Kids get their own cute Little Reindeer Dash shirt
* Small gift
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP
* Worthy Total Fitness
* Thursday December 3
* 4:00 to 7:00 pm
* 73 N. High Street, Gahanna
RACE DAY PICKUP
* Start / Finish
* December 5
* 8:00 to 9:00 am
START TIMES
* 9:00 am - Little Reindeer Dash
* 9:05 am - 5k Run/Walk
AWARDS
* First Place Overall Male and Female
* First Place Age Group
* 10 and Under, 11-15 Years, 16-19 Years, 20-29 Years, 30-39 Years, 40-49 Years, 50-59 Years, 60-69 Years, 70 and Over
ANIMALS
NO PETS ALLOWED. Service animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are welcome
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Location
425 Olde Ridenour Rd, Gahanna, 43230, OH, United States
The Santa Race 5k and Little Reindeer Dash
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