San Diego Santa Run
San Diego, CA
Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
875 Garnet Ave, San Diego CA
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50–66°F · low rain risk
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2025
50–71°F
dry
2024
48–61°F
dry
2023
51–65°F
dry
2022
45–55°F
rain
2021
44–63°F
dry
2020
49–60°F
dry
2019
50–65°F
dry
2018
50–63°F
dry
2017
56–77°F
dry
2016
57–66°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Get ready to sleigh the season at the 14th Annual San Diego Santa Run—a one-of-a-kind holiday celebration in the heart of Pacific Beach. 🎅🎄 Join us as we fill Garnet Avenue with a sea of Santas! This festive event features a variety of runs suitable for all ages and abilities:
Race Categories
- 5K Run/Walk: Perfect for competitive runners and families alike.
- Santa's Elves Mile: A delightful one-mile run designed especially for children 12 and under.
- Santa's Little Helper Mile: A fun-filled mile for you and your furry friends to enjoy together.
Event Details
- Date: December 12, 2026
- Location: 875 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA
- Post-Event Celebration: After the runs, stick around to enjoy the annual Pacific Beach Holiday Parade at 1:00 PM.
- Dress Code: Come dressed in your finest (or ugliest) Christmas attire!
Registration
Don't miss out on the merriment—register today and make this holiday season unforgettable!
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