
From the Organizer
Have fun for a good cause. Welcome back Muscatine's 3rd annual Santa 5k Fun Run/Walk. Dress as Santa for a fun 5k scenic run/walk on Muscatine's beautiful bike path. Enjoy a free light breakfast, music, photo opportunities, raffle with big prizes and don't forget milk and cookies. Every registered participant receives a free Santa suit and gloves. Race starts at 10am November 21st at The Muscatine's Salvation Army (1000 Oregon st. Muscatine) Prizes to the top finishers in women, men and kids age groups 6-12,13-18,19-30,31-40,41-50,51-59,60-66,67+. All proceeds goes to The Salvation Army's Angel Tree. Please come join the fun. $35 registration before October 9th. $40 registration October 10th till race day. If you are unable to attend but would still like to support our cause. You can make a donation to The Salvation Army Angel Tree on the website.
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
46°
Typical Low
27°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Muscatine, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
23,567
as of 2023
Elevation
612 ft
Nearest Airport
MLI
Quad City International Airport · 28 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 135 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Santa 5k Fun Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
4th Annual New Body Fitness 5k
23 miles away
Young Life 5K
26 miles away
Charger 10 Mile & 6k
25 miles away
Run for the Schools
30 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Santa 5k Fun Run/Walk
Nov 21, 2026