In 125 days · Sat, Dec 19, 2026
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When
Saturday, December 19th, 2026
Where
332 W. Alejo Rd., Palm Springs CA
Distances
5K
Typical weather
43–58°F · low rain risk
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2025
56–76°F
dry
2024
55–70°F
dry
2023
49–58°F
rain
2022
35–50°F
dry
2021
39–56°F
dry
2020
41–58°F
dry
2019
36–50°F
dry
2018
45–65°F
dry
2017
41–62°F
dry
2016
31–53°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Santa Runs Palm Springs
- Date: December 19, 2026
- Location: 332 W. Alejo Rd., Palm Springs, CA
- URL: Race Registration
Event Details
- Unique Experience: Participants are invited to be Santa Claus!
- Costume: Each registered participant will receive a full Santa suit to wear during the event, which you can then keep.
- Distance: Join us to run, walk, or stroll the 5K (3.1-mile) route.
- Pet Friendly: Strollers and dogs are welcome to participate!
Children’s Event
- Elf Dash: For children 10 and under, we offer a 200-meter Elf Dash.
- Entry Fee: Entry for the children's event is $15.
- Finisher Medal: Each child receives a finisher medal.
Join Us!
- All Welcome: Everyone is welcome—runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs.
- Holiday Cheer: Enjoy a morning filled with holiday cheer and plenty of Ho! Ho! Ho's!
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