
From the Organizer
The Community First Credit Union Santa Scamper is a one-mile run/walk event preceding the Annual Downtown Appleton Christmas parade. This race will start at the corner of College Ave & State Street and finish at Jones Park. Participants will receive a commemorative beanie, finish line Appleton Dairy Queen Dilly Bar and coupon for a free regular burger from JDs Drive-In. This event supports St. Joseph Food Program and is part of the 4imprint Race Series. There is a clock at the end of this event, but it is not chip timed.
Can't make the in-person event but want the tradition to continue and all the swag? Virtual event participants can choose to have their packet shipping or pick-up at Run Away Shoes. Participants will receive the commemorative hat, a coupon to Appleton Dairy Queens, and a coupon for JDs Drive-In.
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
39°
Typical Low
24°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Appleton, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
799 ft
Nearest Airport
ATW
Appleton International Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 99 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Community First Credit Union Santa Scamper
Nov 24, 2026