Zachary Charity League Chasing Santa 5k
Saturday, December 5, 2026
8:00 AM CST
Zachary, Louisiana
$17.96–$38.10 · 3 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Zachary Charity League Chasing Santa 5K, taking place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in the charming town of Zachary, East Baton Rouge! This festive event invites participants of all ages to chase Santa through the beautifully decorated streets of Zachary, with a chance to win a special prize if you manage to catch him!
The 5K is a chip-timed race that starts at 8:30 AM, following a fun warm-up at 7:45 AM and the National Anthem at 7:55 AM. Runners can also participate in the Kids 1/2 Mile run at 8:00 AM, where all finishers will receive a toy from Santa's bag. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies after the race and take home a Christmas ornament medal upon finishing. With strollers welcome and a route that showcases five of Zachary's seven schools, this family-friendly event is not only a fun way to stay active but also supports a great cause. Proceeds will go towards scholarships, teacher grants, and the Snack Packs for Kids program, ensuring children in need have healthy snacks over the weekend. Don't miss out on this joyful holiday tradition
The 5K is a chip-timed race that starts at 8:30 AM, following a fun warm-up at 7:45 AM and the National Anthem at 7:55 AM. Runners can also participate in the Kids 1/2 Mile run at 8:00 AM, where all finishers will receive a toy from Santa's bag. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies after the race and take home a Christmas ornament medal upon finishing. With strollers welcome and a route that showcases five of Zachary's seven schools, this family-friendly event is not only a fun way to stay active but also supports a great cause. Proceeds will go towards scholarships, teacher grants, and the Snack Packs for Kids program, ensuring children in need have healthy snacks over the weekend. Don't miss out on this joyful holiday tradition
Races
Organiser's description
Chase Santa through the streets of Zachary and win a special prize if you catch him!
Hot cocoa and cookies will be served after the race! All runners who register by November 24 will receive a t-shirt.
Kids 1/2 mile finishers will receive a toy from Santas bag.
The 5K is a chip timed event. Finishers will receive a Christmas ornament medal. 5K runners may run the 1/2 Mile run for no extra fee. Strollers are welcome.
The race starts and ends at Zachary High School, in front of the main building. Join the fun with a warm up at 7:45am and the National Anthem at 7:55am.
This family friendly 5K and 1/2 Mile Kids Run will raise funds for the Zachary Charity League. All race proceeds go towards scholarships, teacher grants and Snack Packs for Kids, which provides healthy snacks over the weekend for children who come from food insecure homes. The race route passes by five of our seven schools, which is the heart of our league. Learn more about us at zacharycharityleague.org
EVENTS:
5K and 1/2 Mile Kids Run
START TIMES:
1/2 Mile at 8:00am
5k at 8:30am
5k participants have 90 minutes to complete the race. Race route closes at 10:00am and will open to traffic.
REGISTRATION PERIOD AND PRICING:
5K:
$35 early bird until November 1
November 2 - December 4: $40
Race day: $45
1/2 Mile Kids Run
$20 until December 4
Race day is $25
PACKET PICKUP:
Thursday, Dec 03 from 5-7 pm
4422 Main Street, Zachary LA
Friday, Dec 04 from 5-7 pm
4422 Main Street, Zachary LA
Race day registration (online only) and packet pickup 7:00-7:45am.
Hot cocoa and cookies will be served after the race! All runners who register by November 24 will receive a t-shirt.
Kids 1/2 mile finishers will receive a toy from Santas bag.
The 5K is a chip timed event. Finishers will receive a Christmas ornament medal. 5K runners may run the 1/2 Mile run for no extra fee. Strollers are welcome.
The race starts and ends at Zachary High School, in front of the main building. Join the fun with a warm up at 7:45am and the National Anthem at 7:55am.
This family friendly 5K and 1/2 Mile Kids Run will raise funds for the Zachary Charity League. All race proceeds go towards scholarships, teacher grants and Snack Packs for Kids, which provides healthy snacks over the weekend for children who come from food insecure homes. The race route passes by five of our seven schools, which is the heart of our league. Learn more about us at zacharycharityleague.org
EVENTS:
5K and 1/2 Mile Kids Run
START TIMES:
1/2 Mile at 8:00am
5k at 8:30am
5k participants have 90 minutes to complete the race. Race route closes at 10:00am and will open to traffic.
REGISTRATION PERIOD AND PRICING:
5K:
$35 early bird until November 1
November 2 - December 4: $40
Race day: $45
1/2 Mile Kids Run
$20 until December 4
Race day is $25
PACKET PICKUP:
Thursday, Dec 03 from 5-7 pm
4422 Main Street, Zachary LA
Friday, Dec 04 from 5-7 pm
4422 Main Street, Zachary LA
Race day registration (online only) and packet pickup 7:00-7:45am.
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Location
4100 School St., Zachary, 70791, LA, United States
Zachary Charity League Chasing Santa 5k
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