
Run Santa Run 5K - Medina is a running race on December 6, 2026 in Medina, OH, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Run Santa Run 5K - Medina - December 6, 2026
Location: Medina Brewing Company
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Run Santa Run Medina is back and bringing all the Christmas cheer! Whether you're chasing a new personal best or just looking to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends, this festive race is the perfect way to kick off the holidays.
Break out your Santa hats, ugly Christmas sweaters, elf costumes, or your favorite holiday gear and join hundreds of runners spreading Christmas spirit through Medina! Best of all, Santa Claus himself will be there to greet participants and help make the day extra magical.
Cross the finish line... then keep the fun going! After your race, don't forget to head into Medina Brewing Company to celebrate with a post-race drink on us! It's the perfect place to relax, swap race stories, and cheer on fellow finishers.
Registration includes a Santa Blanket, Santa Bag, Santa Hat, and Finisher Medal.
Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole Medina on Saturday, December 5th from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Race day packet pick-up will be at Medina Brewing Company from 7:45 am - 8:55 am
The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9:00 am.
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
40°
Typical Low
25°
Chance of Rain
48%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chippewa Lake, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
26,040
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,020 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 19 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Coming Up
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Less than a mile away
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8 miles away
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Less than a mile away
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Less than a mile away
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Medina 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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Run Santa Run 5K - Medina
Dec 6, 2026