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Santa Claus For A Cause 5K/10K
Santa Claus with a Cause 5K/10K Saturday, December 12th, 2026 Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25, Huntington Beach, CA Get ready for the ultimate Santa celebration at Bolsa Chica State Beach! This isn’t just a race, it’s a full-blown Christmas experience. You’ll run along the beach surrounded by falling snow, live carolers, festive music, and holiday cheer. Every runner receives their choice of a full Santa suit, cozy Santa beanie, or custom-designed race shirt, plus one of the biggest, most festive finisher Santa medal designed to double as a Christmas ornament. And the best part? This race GIVES BACK. Proceeds from the event help gift staple goods, schooling, and hope to villages in Africa and Nepal, as well as supporting local health initiatives. Race Day Fun & Schedule Arrive early and soak up the holiday spirit. There’s so much happening before the race even starts! 6:30 – 8:15 AM: Registration and bib pick-up open at Lot 25. Walk-up registrations are welcome, so bring your friends! 7:00 – 9:00 AM: The REAL Santa will be on-site for festive selfie photos (use hashtag #carenwareevents or tag us caren.ware.events). Lil Dickens Carolers will be singing, and snow will be falling to set the perfect holiday mood. 8:00 AM: Kids take center stage with the Ho Ho Ho Dashes (200m, 400m, ½ mile, and 1 mile). Cheer on the little elves as they dash through the holiday magic! 8:15 AM Holiday Costume Contest 8:20 AM: Warm up with the Penguin Macarena! Everyone is invited to join in. Best Costume and Best Christmas Spirit awards are given out here, so come dressed to impress. 8:30 AM: MASS START for the 5K & 10K! Your official time begins when you cross under the start arch, but you must cross by 8:40 AM to be officially timed. 9:20 AM – 5K Awards Ceremony 9:40 AM – 10K Awards Ceremony 11:00 AM - Expo Festivities End What’s Included Your registration comes packed with holiday cheer! Every participant receives chip-timed re
Available Distances
Awards & Prizes
2025 MEDAL & SHIRT DESIGN
Participant Giveaway
3.1 Miles: T-Shirt
6.2 Miles: T-Shirt
HO HO HO KID's DASH Course: T-Shirt
Registration & Pricing
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 Miles | $38.00 | Dec 10 | Oct 28 |
| $40.00 | Oct 28 | Dec 12 | |
| $45.00 | Dec 12 | Dec 13 | |
| 6.2 Miles | $42.00 | Dec 10 | Oct 28 |
| $46.00 | Oct 28 | Dec 12 | |
| $50.00 | Dec 12 | Dec 13 | |
| HO HO HO KID's DASH Course |
Past Results
10K
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 210 | 1:07:24 | 35:29 |
| 2024 | 343 | 1:04:23 | 35:01 |
| 2023 | 402 | 1:05:48 | 35:28 |
| 2022 | 353 | 1:03:12 | 31:58 |
| 2021 | 309 | 1:03:37 | 35:02 |
| 2020 | 28 | 55:31 | 40:27 |
| 2019 | 245 | 1:06:11 | 36:26 |
| 2018 |
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