Rotary Santa Run Walk & Reindeer Dash
Rotary Santa Run Walk & Reindeer Dash is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Arlington Heights, IL, with entry fees from $10 to $45.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (135 days to go)
- Price
- $10–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
We can't wait to see you at the Rotary Santa Run!
The event is held by the Rotary Club of Arlington Heights to raise funds for its annual Community Grants Program.
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
40°
Typical Low
27°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Palwaukee Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Arlington Heights, IL
Population
76,220
as of 2023
City Elevation
709 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Rotary Santa Run Walk & Reindeer Dash, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
135
Days to train
- Race
- Rotary Santa Run Walk & Reindeer Dash
- Date
- December 5, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Arlington Heights 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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Rotary Santa Run Walk & Reindeer Dash
Dec 5, 2026