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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
425 Olde Ridenour Rd, Gahanna OH
5K
30–43°F · some rain risk
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2025
11–27°F
dry
2024
20–37°F
dry
2023
33–39°F
rain
2022
25–46°F
dry
2021
31–56°F
rain
2020
31–41°F
dry
2019
29–43°F
dry
2018
29–33°F
dry
2017
32–54°F
rain
2016
33–41°F
dry
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About this race
The Santa Race 5K and Little Reindeer Dash
Date: December 5, 2026
Location: 425 Olde Ridenour Rd, Gahanna, OH
More information can be found at The Santa Race Website.
Event Overview
The Santa Race 5K is a fun, family friendly event for the whole family. Bring everyone down for a most festive experience.
5K Participant Benefits
- Themed Long Sleeve Shirt: All registered participants receive a unique themed shirt.
- Custom Santa Finishers Medal: A special medal for all finishers.
- Free Event Photos: Capture your memories with complimentary photos.
Little Reindeer Dash
- Child's Shirt: Kids receive their own cute Little Reindeer Dash shirt.
- Small Gift: Each child will also get a small gift.
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
- Location: Worthy Total Fitness
- Date: Thursday, December 3
- Time: 4:00 to 7:00 pm
- Address: 73 N. High Street, Gahanna
Race Day Pickup
- Location: Start / Finish
- Date: December 5
- Time: 8:00 to 9:00 am
Start Times
- 9:00 am: Little Reindeer Dash
- 9:05 am: 5k Run/Walk
Awards
- First Place Overall Male and Female: Recognizing the fastest overall runners.
- First Place Age Group: Awards in various age categories, including:
- Age Categories: 10 and Under, 11-15 Years, 16-19 Years, 20-29 Years, 30-39 Years, 40-49 Years, 50-59 Years, 60-69 Years, 70 and Over.
Animals
NO PETS ALLOWED: Service animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are welcome.
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