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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
601 Seafarers Way, Anacortes WA
5K
36–45°F · rain likely
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
45–53°F
dry
2024
30–40°F
dry
2023
32–44°F
dry
2022
33–42°F
dry
2021
38–42°F
rain
2020
34–42°F
dry
2019
41–45°F
rain
2018
42–46°F
rain
2017
33–46°F
dry
2016
34–38°F
rain
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About this race
Anacortes Santa Run
Date: December 12, 2026
Location: 601 Seafarers Way, Anacortes, WA
Time: 9am Start
URL: Race Registration
Event Details
- Full Santa Suit: Every runner receives a full Santa Suit for the run!
- Group Event: Join other runners all dressed as Santa and run a 5k in beautiful Anacortes, WA.
- Family Discount: Register 3 or more runners on the same account and save $5.00 per runner!
- Course: A beautiful flat 5k around Cap Sante Marina.
Bib and Santa Suit Pick-Up
- Location: Pick Up Bibs and Santa Suits in Anacortes.
- Dates: Dec 10 and 11 from 5-7pm at the Anacortes Rockfish Grill beer garden.
- Address: 320 Commercial Ave, Anacortes, WA 98221.
- Race Day Pick Up: $3 for out of area runners, available from 7-8am on the day of the race.
Event Highlights
- Group Start: Start with Christmas Carols.
- Treats: Enjoy cookies, coffee, hot cocoa, and more.
- Timed Event: The race will be officially timed.
- Finisher's Medal: All participants will receive a medal upon finishing.
Special Prizes
- Eggnog Prize: 1 Gallon of delicious Eggnog for the first male and female across the finish line.
- Beat the Elves: Compete against two elves: each elf that beats Santa gets a sticker.
- Support a Cause: Every registration will help fund the Anacortes High School Cross Country Team!
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