The Krew Runner's 3rd Annual Santa Con Run

Join us for The Krew Runners 3rd Annual Santa Con Run

Saturday, December 13, 2026

7:00 am at Mershops Northridge Mall (Hobby Lobby area)

Santa Con is back for YEAR THREE! 🎅🏃‍♂️✨

Join The Krew Runners at Northridge Mall for our 3rd Annual Santa Con, a festive community run bringing runners, walkers, families, and our Salinas community together to kick off the holiday season with movement, giving, and plenty of holiday cheer.

Santa Con has become one of our favorite Krew traditions, and this year we're ready to make it even bigger. Whether you're chasing a PR, walking with your family, bringing the kids out for some fun, or simply looking for a way to celebrate the season with your community, everyone is welcome.

Event Details

• Date: Sunday, December 13, 2026
• Start Time: 7:00 am
• Start/Finish Line: Hobby Lobby Parking Area
• Course Map: Coming soon!

Registration Information

Registration: We encourage you to PRE-REGISTER. In person registration will be from 6:00am - 6:30am ONLY. NO EXCEPTIONS.

The Krew's Santa Con Run is open to all members of the community. All ages are welcome to participate (under 18 with a guardian). There is no age limit for participating. Participants with strollers are welcome: however, strollers must be in the last leg of the race for safety. Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed at the race, with the exception of Service Animals. Please register by Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026.

Registration Fees

• 5k participants: $49.50 (plus processing fee) until October 31, 2026: price increases to $59.50 (plus processing fee) after October 31, 2026
• 10k participants: $59.50 (plus processing fee) until October 31, 2026: price increases to $69.50 (plus processing fee) after October 31, 2026
• 1 mile children's run: $25.50 (plus processing fee) until October 31, 2026: price increases to $35.50 (plus processing fee) after October 31, 2026 (ONLY FOR CHILDREN UNDER 10 YRS OLD)
• All participants: WAIVERS REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS. UNDER 18 PARTICIPANTS WILL NEED PARENT OR GUARDIAN TO SIGN WAIVER

Registration Includes

• Race bib
• Race medal
• Race T-Shirt
• Post-race refreshments
• A festive Santa Con Run
• Giveaways and surprises
• Music and holiday vibes
• Holiday photo opportunities

Awards and Costumes

Race Medals will be handed to ALL finishers.

We will have awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers OVERALL for men and women.

Come dressed in your best Santa suit, ugly Christmas sweater, reindeer ears, elf outfit, holiday pajamas—or whatever brings the holiday spirit!

Entry Fees Policy

Entry fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable. There are no refunds if the event is canceled due to a force majeure event.

Bib Pick Up

Bib pick-up will be held on Friday, Dec. 11th from 4pm - 8pm in Northridge Mall and morning of event in Hobby Lobby parking lot.

Please bring a Photo ID. All participants must sign an event waiver online in advance.

Race Day Information

Please arrive early for the race. We recommend 30 to 45 minutes prior to the 7:00 am start time. (As parking may be an issue - parking will be in Macy's parking lot).

KREW x Santa Con Run Prep

Interested in training for the 5K or 10K? We invite you all to join us every Tuesday at 6:30pm for 3 - 5 miles. More information on IG: @THEKREWRUNNERS.

Parking

Parking will be in the Macy's parking lot facing Ulta and Five Below.

Volunteering

Santa Con Run relies on volunteers to make the race possible. Volunteer opportunities are open to ALL high school students, faculty, staff, and community members. Duties may include bib pick-up, bag check, course set-up and take-down, water and aid stations, race course, and finish line support.

Please email: Mario Reyes [email protected] for more information or questions.

Accessibility

THE KREW works to make events accessible to all. To request special accommodations, or for more information, please contact Marlene Garcia, Director of Operations of The Krew, at [email protected] or (831) 676-6533.