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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
425 Olde Ridenour Rd, Gahanna OH
5K
30–43°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
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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Race-day forecast says layers
30°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
The Santa Race 5K is a fun, family friendly event for the whole family. Bring everyone down for a most festive experience.
All registered 5k participants receive
- Themed Long Sleeve Shirt
- Custom Santa Finishers Medal
- A pair of Christmas socks
- Free Event Photos
Little Reindeer Dash
- Kids get their own cute Little Reindeer Dash shirt
- Small gift
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
- Worthy Total Fitness
- Thursday December 3
- 4:00 to 7:00 pm
- 73 N. High Street, Gahanna
Race Day Pickup
- Start / Finish
- December 5
- 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
- First Place Age Group
- 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
Course map
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