The Run Before Christmas - SantaCon 8k
- Date
- December 19, 2026
- Distance
- 8(ish)K
From the Organizer
Twas the Run Before Christmas and all round the town,
the Santas were jogging...nowhere was a frown!
Join us in this Clinton Holiday Tradition - the annual "Run Before Christmas - Santa Con 8k", brought to you by some of the "locals" behind the Main Street Half Marathon of Hunterdon and the Red Mill!
Please note, holiday (Santa) gear requested.
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
42°
Typical Low
26°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Flemington 5 Nnw, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Clinton, NJ
Population
2,784
as of 2023
Elevation
203 ft
Nearest Airport
TTN
Trenton Mercer Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Run Before Christmas - SantaCon 8k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
194
Days to train
- Race
- The Run Before Christmas - SantaCon 8k
- Date
- December 19, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Clinton, NJ
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ShopRite of Hunterdon County 30th Anniversary Run for Hunger
9 miles away
STERBENZ RUN FOR THE PICKLES 5K AND 2K PUP STRUT & STROLL
5K
9 miles away
Superhero Sprint
9 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Run Before Christmas - SantaCon 8k?
- The Run Before Christmas - SantaCon 8k is a running race held in Clinton, New Jersey 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 Run Before Christmas - SantaCon 8k?
- Saturday, December 19, 2026 in Clinton, New Jersey at Red Mill Museum Village, Clinton, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Run Before Christmas - SantaCon 8k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Run Before Christmas - SantaCon 8k
Dec 19, 2026