The Santa Run 2026
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Lincoln, Nebraska
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at the Santa Run 2026, taking place on Saturday, December 12th, 2026, in the vibrant Railyard of Lincoln, Lancaster! This festive 2-mile fun run/walk invites participants of all ages to don their best Santa suits and hit the streets for a morning filled with laughter and joy. Kick off the festivities at 9 AM as you stroll through downtown, enjoying the scenic trails and the spirit of the season.
Each participant will receive a Santa suit (while supplies last), entry into the Winter Market, and a delicious cup of hot cocoa with a cookie to savor post-run. After the fun run, don’t miss out on the chance to take photos with Santa himself and explore the Winter Market for some holiday shopping! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a merry way to celebrate the season, the Santa Run promises an unforgettable experience for everyone. Mark your calendars and join us for a day full of holiday fun and community spirit!
Each participant will receive a Santa suit (while supplies last), entry into the Winter Market, and a delicious cup of hot cocoa with a cookie to savor post-run. After the fun run, don’t miss out on the chance to take photos with Santa himself and explore the Winter Market for some holiday shopping! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a merry way to celebrate the season, the Santa Run promises an unforgettable experience for everyone. Mark your calendars and join us for a day full of holiday fun and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
DRESS AS SANTA, LOG 2-MILES, AND ENJOY A MORNING OF HOLIDAY CHEER!
Join us Sunday, Dec. 12th, 2026 at 9am in the Railyard for our annual Santa Run!
The Santa Run will be a 2-mile fun run/walk (not a race!) where everyoneyoung and oldwill hit the street dressed as Santa Claus. Afterward, all are welcome to get pictures with Santa, sip on hot cocoa, and enjoy a morning of festive fun.
Each participant will get a Santa suit to run in, an entry into the Winter Market, a cup of hot cocoa, and a cookie!
Santa will be in attendance as well to congratulate all of the runners!
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!
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 Entry into the Winter Market (https://waxbuffalo.com/pages/winter-market-2026)
* 1 Cup of hot cocoa and cookie
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
PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, DEC. 11 FROM 10AM-5PM AT FLEET FEET LINCOLN
SATURDAY, DEC. 12 FROM 8AM-8:45AM IN THE RAILYARD
SATURDAY, DEC. 12TH:
* 8am - Day of Santa suit pickup opens
* 9am - Fun run/walk begins
* 9:30am - Get pictures with Santa, hot cocoa and cookie, enjoy the Winter Market at 11am and more holiday surprises!
DAY-OF REGISTRATION:
8AM-8:45AM
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!
ROUTE
The Santa Run will be 2 miles and will start in the Railyard. It will take participants on the streets and trails around downtown, through Haymarket Park and will end at the start of the Winter Market!
PARKING
Free parking is available in any of the parking garages in downtown Lincoln. Please avoid parking directly in front of businesses that are open the morning of the Santa Run.
ADDRESS
* RAILYARD OF LINCOLN
* _350 Canopy St._
* _Lincoln, NE 68508 US_
_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._
Join us Sunday, Dec. 12th, 2026 at 9am in the Railyard for our annual Santa Run!
The Santa Run will be a 2-mile fun run/walk (not a race!) where everyoneyoung and oldwill hit the street dressed as Santa Claus. Afterward, all are welcome to get pictures with Santa, sip on hot cocoa, and enjoy a morning of festive fun.
Each participant will get a Santa suit to run in, an entry into the Winter Market, a cup of hot cocoa, and a cookie!
Santa will be in attendance as well to congratulate all of the runners!
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!
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 Entry into the Winter Market (https://waxbuffalo.com/pages/winter-market-2026)
* 1 Cup of hot cocoa and cookie
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
PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, DEC. 11 FROM 10AM-5PM AT FLEET FEET LINCOLN
SATURDAY, DEC. 12 FROM 8AM-8:45AM IN THE RAILYARD
SATURDAY, DEC. 12TH:
* 8am - Day of Santa suit pickup opens
* 9am - Fun run/walk begins
* 9:30am - Get pictures with Santa, hot cocoa and cookie, enjoy the Winter Market at 11am and more holiday surprises!
DAY-OF REGISTRATION:
8AM-8:45AM
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!
ROUTE
The Santa Run will be 2 miles and will start in the Railyard. It will take participants on the streets and trails around downtown, through Haymarket Park and will end at the start of the Winter Market!
PARKING
Free parking is available in any of the parking garages in downtown Lincoln. Please avoid parking directly in front of businesses that are open the morning of the Santa Run.
ADDRESS
* RAILYARD OF LINCOLN
* _350 Canopy St._
* _Lincoln, NE 68508 US_
_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._
Races
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The Santa Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Santa Suit - Adult and Child Sizes
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$43.40
OPENS TOMORROWThis is a 2-mile loop that will start in the Railyard and take you over the Pinnacle Bank Pedestrian Bridge, around Haymarket Park, back over the other pedestrian bridge and finish at the start of the Winter Market for some festive fun!
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