Santa Runs Tacoma

Event Overview

• Date: 2025-12-13
• Location: Downtown Tacoma, Tacoma, WA
• URL: Santa Runs Tacoma
• Description: Get ready for the most RUNderful time of the year!

Race Options

• Half Marathon: A gorgeous out-and-back course starting in downtown Tacoma, with a few rolling hills to keep those legs awake and working.
• Course Highlights: You’ll run along the waterfront until it connects to the Ruston Way Path, heading towards the Point Ruston Waterwalk and Tacoma’s Dune Peninsula Park.
• Viewpoint: Before turning around, you’ll go up the Wilson Way Bridge for a bird’s eye view of the area.
• Finish Line: Then make your way back down the waterfront to finish downtown.

Other Distances

• 10K: An out-and-back following along the half marathon route, starting in downtown Tacoma and running along the waterfront.
• 5K: An annual tradition and fun for the whole family: runners and walkers are welcome to join in this 3.1 mile event.
• Inclusive: This event is designed for all ages and skill levels.
• Finishing Medal: All finishers will receive one of our famous Santa Runs Tacoma medals.