Santa Run 5k and 1 mile
Updated
Saturday, December 19, 2026, first start 8:00 AM, in Bradenton (1200 Glory Way Blvd). Distances: 1 mile, 5K. Entry from $30 to $45; the 5K goes from $45 to $50 after November 23.
Course and race notes
Welcome to Santas 5k and 1 mile run!
We’re thrilled to have you join us for an unforgettable race in Bradenton. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your experience:. Event Overview:. Race: Santas 5k and mile run. Location: 1200 Glory Way Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34212.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 19
2026 · in 42 days
Start time
8:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile5K
Price
$30 to $45
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Mon Nov 23 (in 16 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 19 (in 42 days)
Opened Jan 20, 2026
Race day in Bradenton
Weather
74° / 53°F
Typical high and low for December 19, with a 19% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Parrish, FL (7.1 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:14 AM – 5:38 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday. The first start is 46 minutes after sunrise.
Calculated for the race location.
Where it is
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 18
Where to stay
0 within 3 mi6 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: Days Inn Bradenton I-75
About 14 min drive4.7 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: Comfort Inn & Suites
About 14 min drive4.8 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 3 of 5: Motel 6 - Bradenton
About 14 min drive4.8 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 4 of 5: Americas Best Value Inn Bradenton/Sarasota
About 14 min drive4.8 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Sunrise Inn Bradenton I-75
About 15 min drive4.9 mi from the start
Hotels on the map
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.