Wisconsin · 5K
Run Santa Run 5K
Run Santa Run 5K is a 5K event held in Madison, Wisconsin. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, December 12, 2026. About 9,892 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Field size
- ~9,892 runners
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 9,892 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- runsantarun5k.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 1:00 PM CST
About the Run Santa Run 5K
Madison’s favorite Christmas tradition is here, and it’s as easy as 1-2-3… well, 4! STEP #1: Choose your character – will you run or walk as a Santa, Elf, or Penguin? STEP #2: Grab your costume! We’ve got you covered with character shirts, hats, and accessories. STEP #3: Run or walk the 5K while soaking up all the festive holiday fun! STEP #4: Celebrate at the North Pole Post-Race Party! Though this is an untimed event, the first 25 runners to beat the Grinch will score a FREE slice of Ian’s Pi…
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Run Santa Run 5K: common questions
- When is the Run Santa Run 5K?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, December 12, 2026.
- Where is the Run Santa Run 5K held?
- In Madison, Wisconsin.
- What distances does the Run Santa Run 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Run Santa Run 5K?
- About 9,892 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Run Santa Run 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Run Santa Run 5K?
- Yes — registration is open. $40 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Run Santa Run 5K start?
- 1:00 PM CST.
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