Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings
- Date
- December 19, 2026
- Distance
- Timed 5K Run · Non-Timed 2K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K
Sat, December 19th, 8 am (7 am sign in)
First United Methodist Hall, 352 S. Main, Crown Point
Since 1982, this event is for EVERYONE! Your Santa Run 5K includes:
+ Timed 5K Run & non-timed 2K on the streets of Crown Point.
+ Finisher Medals to first 300 to sign up!
+ Race Awards for Top Overall & Top 3 in each Age Group
+ Meet Robin Rock, host of 93.9 LITE FM.
+ Visit with Santa, Hot Cocoa & Christmas Treats after! Plus, Carriage Court Pizza.
+ Event supports local food pantries.
Course: A timed 5K Run and a non-timed 2K run/walk on the streets of Crown Point!
Cost: Timed 5K: $30 Adults. Non-timed 2K & Kids 3-12: $20. Under 3 is free. Shirts extra $16 thru December 7th. Strollers welcome.
Packet pickup: Friday, Dec. 18th, 5-6pm at the Methodist Hall & Saturday starting at 7 am before the event.
Please Note: No refunds will be given due to weather or for any other reason. You may transfer your entry thru 12/1. Any shirts not claimed at event will be sold after the run.
Questions? Email us at Tim@yourhometownevents.com
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
36°
Typical Low
20°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lowell, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Crown Point, IN
Population
34,042
as of 2023
Elevation
717 ft
Nearest Airport
GYY
Gary/Chicago International Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 32 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings
- Date
- December 19, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings?
- Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings is a running race held in Crown Point, Indiana on December 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings?
- Saturday, December 19, 2026 in Crown Point, Indiana at First United Methodist Hall, Crown Point, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings
Dec 19, 2026