Santas On The Loose
Santas On The Loose is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Saint Louis, MO, with entry fees from $10 to $30.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (123 days to go)
- Price
- $10–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The QUAD Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the 14th Annual "Santas on the Loose" 5K run/walk/kids dash family fun run. Santas on the Loose fills the streets of Webster Groves with people of all ages in holiday costumes as they run/walk through beautiful, historic Webster Groves. The first 500 registered 5K runners receive a long sleeve 100% poly shirt and a finisher medal. The 1 Mile Run/Walk participants receive the same shirt and finisher medal. Each Kids' Dash participant receives a medal.
The QUAD Area Chamber of Commerce supporting the communities of Webster Groves/Shrewsbury/Rock Hill/Brentwood is passionate about running and providing quality events like Santas on the Loose. We are committed to doing so while following the health and safety guidelines set by St. Louis County.
*There will be no in-person registration, but online registration will remain open until the start of the race.
* First place winners will receive awards immediately after the run at the Regions Bank/ServPro sponsor booth.
*Water will be provided at the finish line; please bring your fluids needed during the race.
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
48°
Typical Low
33°
Based on US Climate Normals data from St Louis Sci Ctr, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saint Louis, MO
Population
293,109
as of 2023
City Elevation
471 ft
Nearest Airport
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Santas On The Loose, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
123
Days to train
- Race
- Santas On The Loose
- Date
- December 5, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Santas On The Loose
Dec 5, 2026