Run for A Claus
Irvine, California, United States
Dec, 2026 (TBD)
1mi, 5k
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Race Information
Join Orange County's best holiday tradition at The Great Park in Irvine. The OC Marathon presents Run for a Claus 5K and Kids One Mile Run/Walk. The race benefits OC Marathon's designated charities, including their own Kids Run the OC Foundation, and participants receive various Santa Claus-themed giveaways, a finisher’s medal, and free race photos.
Dress up as Santa, Mrs. Claus, reindeer, elves, menorah, or dreidel... the possibilities are endless. Cookies, costumes, holiday music, and decorations fill the air in this family-friendly holiday run. When you RUN FOR A CLAUS, you run for a cause!
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Coastal route with sweeping ocean views
✅ Multiple distances, 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon (walkers welcome)
✅ Net-downhill course ideal for PRs and Boston-qualifying times
Experience the ultimate coastal run at the Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival. This isn't just a race; it’s a scenic tour of Orange County’s most iconic coastal landscapes, designed for runners who crave the salt air and sweeping Pacific horizons.
The signature point-to-point route offers a front-row seat to the best of the California coast. Whether you are tackling the full 26.2 miles or the half marathon, you’ll be treated to sweeping ocean vistas, iconic landmarks and the "Net-Downhill" advantage:
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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