Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run
Saturday, December 12, 2026
9:30 AM CST
Duluth, Minnesota
$5.00–$37.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for the festive spirit at the Wild Santa Run - 5K Fun Run on Saturday, December 12th, 2026, in beautiful Duluth, St. Louis! This exciting event promises a fun-filled day for runners of all ages, featuring a vibrant 5K race where participants don a five-piece Santa suit. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a refreshing post-race cider and celebrate at the all-ages after-party, complete with live holiday music to keep you dancing into the season.
For the little ones, join in the Reindeer Run, a delightful 1/4 mile fun run for kids aged 8 and under, starting at 9:30 AM. Every young participant will receive a pair of adorable antlers to wear during their run! With registration now open, be sure to secure your spot early, as it may close before the event reaches capacity. Remember, packet pickup will take place at the Wild State Cider taproom from December 7th to December 11th, with no race day pickup available. So bundle up, bring your holiday cheer, and take part in this jolly celebration that combines fitness, fun, and festive festivities!
For the little ones, join in the Reindeer Run, a delightful 1/4 mile fun run for kids aged 8 and under, starting at 9:30 AM. Every young participant will receive a pair of adorable antlers to wear during their run! With registration now open, be sure to secure your spot early, as it may close before the event reaches capacity. Remember, packet pickup will take place at the Wild State Cider taproom from December 7th to December 11th, with no race day pickup available. So bundle up, bring your holiday cheer, and take part in this jolly celebration that combines fitness, fun, and festive festivities!
Races
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Reindeer Run - Kids Fun Run
Incl. Reindeer Antlers
Register kids 8 and under (must be able to run on their own) for the Reindeer Run! Registration includes a pair of antlers and entrance in the Reindeer Run, a 1/4 mile fun run starting at 10:00 AM.
Register9:30 AM CST
$5.00
Organiser's description
WILD SANTA RUN - 5K FUN RUN
Registration includes a five-piece Santa Suit to run in, a post-race cider, and entry to the all-ages after-party featuring live holiday music.
REINDEER RUN - KIDS FUN RUN
For kids 8 years old and under (must be able to run on their own) for the 1/4 mile Reindeer Run! Registration includes a pair of antlers and entry in the Reindeer Run. It starts at 9:30 AM (Updated start time!) before the Santa Run.
REGISTRATION OPEN
Registration is now open. All registration is online and must be completed before packet pick-up. Registration may close early if the event reaches capacity.
PACKET PICKUP
You can pick up your packet at the Wild State Cider taproom the week leading up to race day.
RACE WEEK PACKET PICK-UP
Wild State Cider
Monday, December 7 - Friday, December 11.
Check taproom hours here https://wildstatecider.com/taproom
THERE IS NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP AVAILABLE IN 2026.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
9:30 am - Reindeer Run start at Wild State Cider
10:00 am - Wild Santa 5K start at Wild State Cider
9:00 am - 1:00 PM - Holiday music & party at the taproom
PARKING
Please arrive early or park on the surrounding streets. There will be no parking in the Wild State Cider parking lot.
ENJOY CIDERS OUTSIDE OR INSIDE
We will be offering your free ciders indoors or by the bonfires outside. Dress warm!
Registration includes a five-piece Santa Suit to run in, a post-race cider, and entry to the all-ages after-party featuring live holiday music.
REINDEER RUN - KIDS FUN RUN
For kids 8 years old and under (must be able to run on their own) for the 1/4 mile Reindeer Run! Registration includes a pair of antlers and entry in the Reindeer Run. It starts at 9:30 AM (Updated start time!) before the Santa Run.
REGISTRATION OPEN
Registration is now open. All registration is online and must be completed before packet pick-up. Registration may close early if the event reaches capacity.
PACKET PICKUP
You can pick up your packet at the Wild State Cider taproom the week leading up to race day.
RACE WEEK PACKET PICK-UP
Wild State Cider
Monday, December 7 - Friday, December 11.
Check taproom hours here https://wildstatecider.com/taproom
THERE IS NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP AVAILABLE IN 2026.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
9:30 am - Reindeer Run start at Wild State Cider
10:00 am - Wild Santa 5K start at Wild State Cider
9:00 am - 1:00 PM - Holiday music & party at the taproom
PARKING
Please arrive early or park on the surrounding streets. There will be no parking in the Wild State Cider parking lot.
ENJOY CIDERS OUTSIDE OR INSIDE
We will be offering your free ciders indoors or by the bonfires outside. Dress warm!
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Location
2515 W Superior Street, Duluth, 55806, MN, United States
Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run
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