Santa Runs Tacoma
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Downtown Tacoma, Tacoma, WA
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K · 5K
- Price
- $40–$80
From the Organizer
Get ready for the most RUNderful time of the year!
The half marathon is a gorgeous out-and-back course starting in downtown Tacoma, with a few rolling hills to keep those legs awake and working. You’ll run along the waterfront until it connects to the Ruston Way Path, where you’ll head towards the Point Ruston Waterwalk and Tacoma’s Dune Peninsula Park. Before turning around, you’ll go up the Wilson Way Bridge for a bird’s eye view of the area, and then make your way back down the waterfront to finish downtown.
The 10K is an out-and-back following along the half marathon route, starting in downtown Tacoma and running along the waterfront.
The 5K is an annual tradition and fun for the whole family, runners and walkers are welcome to join in this 3.1 mile event.
All finishers will receive one of our famous Santa Runs Tacoma medals.
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
47°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
66%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tacoma #1, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tacoma, WA
Population
220,482
as of 2023
City Elevation
354 ft
Nearest Airport
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport · 17 mi
Time Zone
Pacific 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
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Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Santa Runs Tacoma?
- Santa Runs Tacoma is a running race held in Tacoma, Washington on December 12, 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 Runs Tacoma?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Tacoma, Washington at Downtown Tacoma. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Santa Runs Tacoma?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Santa Runs Tacoma
Dec 12, 2026