Run for a Claus presented by Optima Tax Relief
Run for a Claus presented by Optima Tax Relief is a running race on December 19, 2026 in Irvine, CA, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- December 19, 2026 (68 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The OC Marathon Presents the 13th Annual Run For a Claus 5K and Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk benefiting various charity partners as well as our own Kids Run the OC Foundation. All runners will receive a commemorative 2026 giveaway, Santa Hat, a finisher's medal and free race photos. With cookies, costumes, holiday music and decorations, this will be fun for the whole family.
When you Run for a Claus, you can Run for a Cause!
Events
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
67°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
14%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Irvine Rch, 1 mi from the venue.
About Irvine, CA
Population
308,160
as of 2023
City Elevation
85 ft
Nearest Airport
SNA
John Wayne Orange County International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run for a Claus presented by Optima Tax Relief, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
68
Days to train
- Race
- Run for a Claus presented by Optima Tax Relief
- Date
- December 19, 2026
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Run for a Claus presented by Optima Tax Relief
Dec 19, 2026