Santa’s Reindeer Run - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

2nd Annual Santa Reindeer Run

Location: Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25

Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025

Race Overview

• Experience: Get ready to jingle all the way at the 2nd Annual Santa Reindeer Run!
• Setting: Beautiful Bolsa Chica State Beach with oceanfront views.
• Activities: Whether you’re here to race, stroll, or rock your favorite holiday outfit, this is the perfect way to kick off the season.
• Incentives: All finishers receive a festive medal, holiday race shirt, free race-day photos, and yummy finish-line treats.

Santa’s Special Appearance

Santa will be at the start and finish lines for photos, hugs, and holiday cheer — don’t forget to stop by for your festive pic!

Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up

• Location: Road Runner Sports – Costa Mesa Courtyards
• Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
• Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Address: 1835 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Why Pick Up Early?

• Convenience: Skip long race-day lines.
• Prepared: Get your bib, shirt, and jingle bell ahead of time.
• Discounts: Enjoy exclusive in-store discounts for race participants.

Race Day Schedule

• Location: Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25
• 6:45 AM: Bib Pick-Up &: Same-Day Registration Opens
• 7:30 AM: Half Marathon Start
• 8:30 AM: 5K &: 10K Start

Course Details

• 5K: Out 1.56 miles, then back.
• 10K: Out 3.10 miles, then back.
• Half Marathon: Out 3.10 miles, back, repeat the 10K loop twice, then a final 0.70-mile out-and-back to finish.
• Time Limit: 3 hours 25 minutes

Water Stations

3 fully stocked stations + fountains along the route. Scenic course: Flat, paved path with beautiful ocean views.

Timing, Swag & Awards

• Timing: Chip-Timed Race with live results.
• Medals: Finisher Medals for All Participants.
• Shirts: Holiday Race Shirt Included.
• Photos: Free Race-Day Photos.

Awards Ceremony Times

• 5K &: 10K: 8:30 AM
• Half Marathon: 9:40 AM

Parking & Drop-Off

• Parking Fee: $15 per vehicle — cash recommended for faster entry.
• Main Entrance: 17851 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 (gate opens at 6:00 AM).
• Drop-Off Option: Get dropped off at Warner &: PCH, just steps from Lot 25.
• Public Parking: Available in Sunset Beach behind Jack in the Box (17243 Pacific Coast Highway).

Holiday Fun for Everyone

• Finisher Medals: Festive finisher medals.
• Race Shirt: Holiday race shirt.
• Photos: Free race-day photos.
• Fun: Holiday costume contest, music, photo ops &: festive vibes.

Join the Holiday Magic!

Lace up your shoes, grab your Santa hat, and jingle through the miles at Bolsa Chica State Beach! The Santa Reindeer Run is the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends, family, and festive fun.

Registration

Register today at CaliFlowRuns.com