Santa Claus For A Cause 5K/10K

📅 Event Details

• Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025
• Location: Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25, Huntington Beach, CA
• Event Link: Santa Claus For A Cause 5K/10K

🎉 Race Experience

• Atmosphere: Get ready for the ultimate Santa celebration at Bolsa Chica State Beach! This isn’t just a race, it’s a full-blown Christmas experience.
• Course: You’ll run along the beach surrounded by falling snow, live carolers, festive music, and holiday cheer.
• Swag: Every runner receives their choice of a full Santa suit, cozy Santa beanie, or custom-designed race shirt, plus a festive finisher Santa medal designed to double as a Christmas ornament.
• Giving Back: Proceeds from the event help gift staple goods, schooling, and hope to villages in Africa and Nepal, as well as supporting local health initiatives.

🎅 Race Day Fun & Schedule

• Registration: 6:30 – 8:15 AM at Lot 25. Walk-up registrations are welcome, so bring your friends!
• Santa Photos: 7:00 – 9:00 AM: The REAL Santa will be on-site for festive selfies.
• Kids Events: 8:00 AM: Kids Ho Ho Ho Dashes in various distances.
• Warm Up: 8:20 AM: Join in the Penguin Macarena!

🎖️ Awards and Closing

• 5K Awards: 9:20 AM
• 10K Awards: 9:40 AM
• Expo End: 11:00 AM
• Atmosphere: Enjoy a lively holiday atmosphere with games and photo ops with Santa.

🎁 What's Included

• Results: Chip-timed results for the 5K or 10K
• Swag Options: Full Santa suit, Santa beanie, or a custom-designed race shirt.
• Medal: A custom Santa-at-the-beach medal that doubles as a Christmas ornament.
• Prizes: Awards for Best Christmas Spirit, Best Costume, and Best Dressed Doggie.

🚗 Parking & Drop-Off

• Parking Cost: $15 per vehicle (cash or state park pass recommended).
• Gate Open: Main gate opens at 6:00 AM.
• Drop-Off: Available at the corner of Warner & PCH.
• Free Parking: Available in Sunset Beach.

🚻 Facilities

• Restrooms: Open and located on each end of Lot 25.
• Strollers: Welcome, but only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal.
• Pets: Friendly pets are allowed, must be leashed at all times.
• Weather: Rain or shine, the event will go on.

🌍 More Than Just a Race

• Giving Back: Your participation helps provide essential goods and education globally.
• Watch Journey: YouTube: Caren.Ware.Events
• Book Signings: Visit the Caren Ware booth on race day for signings of Finding Fit.
• Register: Join the celebration and make this holiday season unforgettable for you and others.