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Santas on the Run
Rochester, Minnesota · Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 5K
Official race page & registration ↗Santas on the Run takes place on Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Rochester, Minnesota. The race is run over 5K. For anyone travelling in, Austin is about 35 miles away and Saint Paul is about 71 miles away.
It is one of 11 races on the Minnesota calendar that December.
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Rochester, Minnesota
- Distances
- 5K
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Rochester: check in Dec 11, out Dec 13.
Common questions
When is Santas on the Run?
Santas on the Run is scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2026.
Where is Santas on the Run held?
Santas on the Run is held in Rochester, Minnesota. It is about 35 miles from Austin and 71 miles from Saint Paul.
What distances does Santas on the Run offer?
The listed distances are 5K.
How do I register for Santas on the Run?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
More races nearby
- Dec 6Candy Cane Course - RochesterRochester, MN
- Dec 12Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun RunDuluth, MN
- Dec 6Marathon Adventures 2026 Shanghai Marathon Adventure DepositMinneapolis, MN
- Dec 5Candy Cane Course - St. PaulLake Elmo, MN
- Dec 5Holiday Market at Chanhassen Recreation CenterChanhassen, MN
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