Santa Run 1 mile and 5k

🎅 Event Overview

• Event: 5th annual Santa Run 1 mile and 5k
• Date: December 13, 2025
• Location: Gravel Road Brewing, Middletown, OH
• Details: A festive run through historic downtown Middletown

🏃‍♂️ Race Experience

• Dress Code: Participants are encouraged to dress as Santa Claus
• Start Location: Begin at Gravel Road Brewing Company
• Route: Includes a bike path and a loop through beautiful neighborhoods
• Amenities: Ice rink, restaurants, and shopping specials available

🎁 Participant Perks

• Gifts: Each participant receives a Santa hat, a unique keepsake ornament, and a "Hot Drink" ticket
• Costume Contest: Prize for the jolliest looking Santa!
• Awards: Fastest male and female Santas in the 5k will be recognized
• Refreshments: Milk, cookies, and water available at the aid station

🎄 Charity Involvement

• Toys For Tots: Collecting toys and monetary donations for children in need
• Mission: Distributing new, unwrapped toys as Christmas gifts
• Donation Period: Collection during October, November, and December
• Community Impact: Aiming to support local families during the holiday season

🍺 Special Offers

• Adult Perk: Half off the first beer at Gravel Road Brewing
• Registration Fee: $25 until November 29: increases to $30 afterwards
• Last Chance: November 29 is the deadline for the hat and early bird pricing
• Race Day: December 13, join us for a festive celebration

🏅 Awards and Schedule

• Finisher Awards: Given to all participants
• Top Finishers: 1st-3rd place awards for males and females in the 5k
• Prize: Jolliest Santa award announced
• Schedule:
  • 8am: Pre-Race packet pickup at start line area
  • 9am: Race Start
  • 10am: Award Ceremony

📅 Join Us!

• Support: Thank you to our sponsors: Downtown Middletown Inc., Steve's Trophies, Affordable Paving, and Barney Riesbeck State Farm
• Fun: Stay for shopping, ice skating, and more during Santa weekend in Middletown!
• More Info: Visit the race website for further details – Santa Run Details
• See you there!