San Diego Santa Run
San Diego, California, United States
Dec 12, 2026 - Saturday
5k, Fun Run
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Race Information
Yes, it's a race, but it's a party too! The San Diego Santa Run is a holiday blast happening on Pacific Beach on Garnet Ave. All 5K participants will receive a Sunny Santa Suit: hat, short sleeve jacket, shorts, belt and beard! All 5K participants will also receive one drink ticket (21+) and a pair of San Diego Santa Run sunglasses! The post-race bash includes the annual Pacific Beach Holiday Parade. There is also a Speedy Santa Mile run, Santa's Elves Mile for kids 12 & under, and the Santa's Little Helper Mile Dog Run!
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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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