
From the Organizer
Get ready for the best holiday run of the season as you tour through Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s Christmas Town. Enjoy the sites, smells and sounds of Christmas during this festive 8K run. Grab your family and friends for a morning that won't disappoint! What could be better than crossing that finish line with a high five from Mrs. and Santa Claus?
Registration will include:
Long sleeve technical running shirt
Custom finisher medal that doubles as a tree ornament
FREE Christmas Town 2026 ticket
Discounted single day ticket to Busch Gardens (Spring season 2027)
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
55°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Williamsburg 2 N, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
70 ft
Nearest Airport
PHF
Newport News Williamsburg International Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Days to train
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Christmas Town Dash
Dec 6, 2026