Santa 5K Fun Run
Updated
Saturday, December 5, 2026, first start 1:00 PM, in Independence (1980 Delaware Crossing). Distances: 5K. Entry from $30; the 5K goes from $30 to $35 after November 30.
Course and race notes
On December 5th at 1:00pm join us for the 11th annual Santa’s 5K Fun Run sponsored by Peter Family Dentistry.
Participants will receive a race t-shirt and swag bag. Runners are encouraged to add a holiday themed costume to make the festivities even more jovial.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 5
2026 · in 28 days
Start time
1:00 PM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$30
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Mon Nov 30 (in 23 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 5 (in 28 days)
Opened Oct 19, 2026
Race day in Independence
Weather
46° / 30°F
Typical high and low for December 5, with a 39% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Cincinnati Northern Ky Airport, KY (10.3 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:41 AM – 5:16 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 4
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.