In 139 days · Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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When
Saturday, December 12th, 2026
Where
445 Treetop Drive, Fayetteville NC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
38–55°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
Rained on 0 of the last 10 race days
2025
32–46°F
dry
2024
33–50°F
dry
2023
29–50°F
dry
2022
41–53°F
dry
2021
39–65°F
dry
2020
48–65°F
dry
2019
33–46°F
dry
2018
28–50°F
dry
2017
37–55°F
dry
2016
48–63°F
dry
About this race
Event Overview
- Date: December 12, 2026
- Location: 445 Treetop Drive, Fayetteville, NC
- Website: Santa Shuffle 5k & 1 Mile
- Type: Non-competitive, non-timed event
Event Highlights
- Trail: Join us along the Cape Fear River Trail (paved trail) for a fun and festive morning!
- Participants: Running Santas, walking Santas, Santa Paws, and little Santas!
- Inclusivity: All paces are welcome, as well as strollers.
- Pets: Pets are welcome and encouraged! Dress them up for added fun!
Distance Options
- 1-Mile Option: We have added the "1-mile" walk/run/shuffle option as well.
- Registration: Registration is the same for both distance options.
- Turnaround Points: Marked for both the 1-mile route and the 5K route.
- Your Choice: You decide which distance you would like to complete!
Packet/Santa Suit Pick Up
- Location: In-store at Fleet Feet Fayetteville
- Dates: Thursday, December 10th - 11 am-6 pm & Friday, December 11th - 10 am-6:45 pm
- Last-Minute Pick-Up: On race day (12/12) from 7 am to 8 am near the Start.
- Notes: No Santa suits for the pups, but we would love to see them dressed up!
Course map
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