California · 5K
Silicon Valley Santa Run
Silicon Valley Santa Run is a 5K event held in San Jose, California. Its next confirmed date is Sunday, December 13, 2026. About 12,092 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- December 13, 2026
- Location
- San Jose, CA
- Field size
- ~12,092 runners
Race details
- Date
- Sunday, December 13, 2026
- Location
- San Jose, California
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 12,092 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 3:00 PM PST
- Course profile
- Point-to-point course; Road surface
About the Silicon Valley Santa Run
Join us for the 15th Annual Silicon Valley Santa Run, benefiting Christmas in the Park! This 5K Run/Walk is holiday fun for the whole family. You can dress up as your favorite holiday character or tradition, then make your way through San Jose for a festive afternoon celebrating the most wonderful time of the year! The flat, fast course begins on Santa Clara St. and concludes at Christmas in the Park, where you can enjoy the decorations and booths with your friends and family. Silicon Valley Sa…
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Silicon Valley Santa Run: common questions
- When is the Silicon Valley Santa Run?
- The next confirmed date is Sunday, December 13, 2026.
- Where is the Silicon Valley Santa Run held?
- In San Jose, California.
- What distances does the Silicon Valley Santa Run offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Silicon Valley Santa Run?
- About 12,092 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 Silicon Valley Santa Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Silicon Valley Santa Run?
- Yes — registration is open. $45 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Silicon Valley Santa Run start?
- 3:00 PM PST.
- What is the course like at the Silicon Valley Santa Run?
- Point-to-point course; Road surface.
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