Christmas Town Dash
Christmas Town Dash is a running race on December 6, 2026 in Williamsburg, VA, with entry fees from $20 to $45.
- Date
- December 6, 2026 (136 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$45
- Sport
- Running
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
Typical Conditions
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, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Williamsburg, VA
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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Christmas Town Dash, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
136
Days to train
- Race
- Christmas Town Dash
- Date
- December 6, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Williamsburg than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Christmas Town Dash
Dec 6, 2026