California · 10K · 5K · 1K
Santa Runs Griffith Park
Santa Runs Griffith Park is a 10K, 5K and 1K event held in Los Angeles, California. Its next confirmed date is Sunday, December 6, 2026. About 970 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- December 6, 2026
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Field size
- ~970 runners
Race details
- Date
- Sunday, December 6, 2026
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Distances
- 10K, 5K, 1K
- Field size
- About 970 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- rayenduranceevents.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:30 AM PST
About the Santa Runs Griffith Park
We are back! Join us for our 5th Annual Santa Runs Griffith Park 5K/10K. Last year was a great success and we want to invite you to join us again, or if this is your first time with us - welcome! Trek through the beautiful & historic Griffith Park located in the heart of Los Angeles on December 6th, 2026 along with hundreds of other Santas! Our 5K course is a fast flat course around Griffith Park. You'll catch a glimpse of some beautiful views. If you're looking for a challenge, try our 10K c…
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Santa Runs Griffith Park: common questions
- When is the Santa Runs Griffith Park?
- The next confirmed date is Sunday, December 6, 2026.
- Where is the Santa Runs Griffith Park held?
- In Los Angeles, California.
- What distances does the Santa Runs Griffith Park offer?
- 10K, 5K and 1K.
- How many people run the Santa Runs Griffith Park?
- About 970 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 Santa Runs Griffith Park?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Santa Runs Griffith Park?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $54 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Santa Runs Griffith Park start?
- 8:30 AM PST.
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