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Sunday, December 13th, 2026
11549 Ash Street, Leawood KS
5K
29–44°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
14–29°F
dry
2024
20–42°F
dry
2023
32–50°F
dry
2022
42–56°F
rain
2021
38–56°F
dry
2020
25–37°F
dry
2019
33–52°F
dry
2018
37–46°F
dry
2017
35–56°F
dry
2016
21–30°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
29°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
The 17th annual Great Santa Run 5K is a great way to celebrate the holiday season while supporting Operation Breakthrough, one of Kansas City's favorite charities. We are excited to hold the race at Park Place in Leawood! Get in the holiday spirit at the Great Santa Race! Grab your friends and family and join us for a festive 5K filled with holiday fun and Christmas cheer!
PACKET PICKUP
December 11th - 12PM - 6PM
Fleet Feet
11908 W. 119th Street
Overland Park, KS 66213
December 12th - 10AM - 2PM
KC Running Company
200 E. 135th Street
Kansas City, MO 64145
Race Day - On site starting at 7AM - We strongly suggest picking up your packet on Friday or Saturday prior to the event.
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