
The Santa Chase is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Cullman, AL, with entry fees from $20 to $45.
The Santa Chase is a festive community race dedicated to supporting Cullman Bearcat Soccer and investing in the future of our student-athletes. Cullman Soccer has a proud tradition of excellence, earning multiple state championships throughout the years. With both boys’ and girls’ soccer programs competing at a high level, the Bearcats continue to build on that legacy. Last season, both the boys’ and girls’ teams advanced to the third round of the state playoffs!
Proceeds from The Santa Chase will help support our soccer programs, providing opportunities and resources for our athletes as they pursue excellence on and off the field. Whether you’re running the 5K or 10K, joining the fun run, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation makes a difference.
Come chase Santa, celebrate the season, and support Bearcat Soccer!
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
57°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saint Bernard, 2 mi from the venue.
Population
18,894
as of 2023
City Elevation
766 ft
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 42 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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The Santa Chase
Dec 5, 2026