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: December 12, 2026
• Location: 3600 Cabezone Cir., Oxnard, CA
• Website: Santa to the Sea

Event Purpose

• Nonprofit Origin: Santa to the Sea is a nonprofit event born out of a desire to give back to the community.
• History: What started in 2003 as a toy drive has grown into a robust running event, toy drive, and community fundraiser.
• Scholarship Fund: The Santa to the Sea Scholarship Fund partners with Gene Haas and Oxnard College Foundation to award $500 scholarships.
• Community Impact: The event helps collect toys for underprivileged children throughout Ventura County while raising scholarship money for students.

Race Details

• Half Marathon Start: The Half Marathon gets underway at the giant Santa located along the Interstate Highway 101.
• Course Highlights: Participants will run through the strawberry fields of Oxnard and historic downtown Oxnard.
• Finish Line: The race ends at Marine Emporium Landing where the 5K and kids 1K start and finish.
• Finish Line Festival: Enjoy a full day of activities including kids play area, Santa’s Village, costume contests, food booths, and live entertainment.

Getaway Opportunity

• Location: The Santa to the Sea Half Marathon is based in the coastal community of Oxnard, CA.
• Proximity: Just 40 minutes north of Los Angeles.
• Weekend Getaway: Combine athletic pursuits with a seaside weekend getaway.
• Annual Timing: This event takes place on the second Sunday every December.