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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
825 State Street, Madison WI
5K
19–33°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
4–23°F
dry
2024
-2–10°F
dry
2023
24–32°F
dry
2022
30–36°F
dry
2021
28–44°F
dry
2020
26–33°F
rain
2019
17–41°F
dry
2018
27–36°F
dry
2017
13–24°F
dry
2016
8–26°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
19°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Madison’s favorite Christmas tradition is here, and it’s as easy as 1-2-3… well, 4!
STEP #1: Choose your character – will you run or walk as a Santa, Elf, or Penguin?
STEP #2: Grab your costume! We’ve got you covered with character shirts, hats, and accessories.
STEP #3: Run or walk the 5K while soaking up all the festive holiday fun!
STEP #4: Celebrate at the North Pole Post-Race Party!
Though this is an untimed event, the first 25 runners to beat the Grinch will score a FREE slice of Ian’s Pizza!
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