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Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run

Date
December 11–18, 2026
Distance
10k · 5k · 1 Mile Run/Walk & more
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From the Organizer

Get ready for Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run! This enchanting evening 1 mile, 5k, & 10k run/walk, led by Santa, will immerse you in a winter wonderland of twinkling lightsfestive decorations. Each participant gets Custom Race Pajama Pants for the cold evenings, and Custom Finishers Medal!

Join us for a heartwarming celebration of joy and camaraderie, surrounded by the magic of the holiday season. Don't miss this unique event, the post-race sweets, and SANTA! - Register Now!

**Images and times subject to change**

Events

10kFri, Dec 11 · 6:30 PMRegister →
5kFri, Dec 11 · 6:30 PMRegister →
1 Mile Run/WalkFri, Dec 11 · 6:35 PMRegister →
Virtual 10kFri, Dec 11 · 6:30 PMRegister →
Virtual 5kFri, Dec 11 · 6:30 PMRegister →

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

28°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Springfield Wbo, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:18 AMSunset 4:57 PMDaylight 9h 39m

Host City

About Springfield, MO

Population

169,432

as of 2023

Elevation

1,294 ft

Nearest Airport

SGF

Springfield Branson National Airport · 5 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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

186

Days to train

Race
Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run
Date
December 11–18, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run?
Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run is a running race held in Springfield, Missouri on December 11, 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's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run?
Friday, December 11, 2026 in Springfield, Missouri at 3825 W Farm Rd 146, Springfield, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Santa's CHRISTMAS EXPLOSION Run

Dec 11, 2026

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