Santa To The Sea 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon & 5K

Event Overview

• Event Name: Santa to the Sea 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon & 5K
• Date: 2026-12-12
• Location: 3600 Cabezone Cir., Oxnard, CA
• Website: Santa to the Sea

History and Purpose

• Nonprofit Event: Born out of a desire to give back to the community.
• Origins: Started in 2003 as a toy drive celebrating the relocation of the world’s largest Santa Claus from Carpinteria to Oxnard.
• Fundraising: It's a robust running event, toy drive, and community fundraiser.
• Scholarship Fund: Partners with Gene Haas and Oxnard College Foundation to award $500 scholarships to local high school students and adults continuing their education at Oxnard College.

Community Impact

• Family Fun: Offers families a weekend of fun and an opportunity to give back to those in need.
• Toy Collection: Helps collect toys for underprivileged children throughout Ventura County.
• Scholarship Funding: Raises scholarship money for students at Oxnard College.

Course Details

• Half Marathon Route: Begins at the giant Santa located along the Interstate Highway 101 (2801 Ventura Boulevard).
• Scenic Running: Continues through the strawberry fields of Oxnard.
• Quarter Marathon Start: Begins in historic downtown Oxnard.
• Finish Line Festival: Located at Marine Emporium Landing, includes activities such as kids play area, a Santa’s Village, costume contests, food booths, and live entertainment.

Location and Timing

• Community: Based in the coastal community of Oxnard, CA.
• Proximity: Just 40 minutes north of Los Angeles.
• Annual Event: Takes place the second Sunday every December.
• Event Types: Includes a Half Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5K run, and 1K kids fun run.