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: 2025-12-13
• Location: 2801 Ventura Blvd., Oxnard, CA
• More Info: Visit the race page

🎄 History and Purpose

• Nonprofit Event: Santa to the Sea is a nonprofit event born out of a desire to give back to the community.
• Origin: What started in 2003 as a toy drive to celebrate the relocation of the world’s largest Santa Claus from Carpentaria to Oxnard.
• Growth: Has grown into a robust running event, toy drive, and community fundraiser.
• Scholarships: The Santa to the Sea Scholarship Fund partners with Gene Haas and Oxnard College Foundation to award $500 scholarships to local students.

🤗 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.
• Holiday Spirit: Just in time for the holiday season, fostering community goodwill.

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

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

🌊 Location and Experience

• Coastal Community: Based in the coastal community of Oxnard, CA, just 40 minutes north of Los Angeles.
• Seaside Getaway: Combine athletic pursuits with a seaside weekend getaway.
• Annual Event: Occurs every second Sunday every December.