Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Distance
- Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run · Reindeer Run - Kids Fun Run
From the Organizer
Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run
Registration includes a five-piece Santa Suit to run in, a post-race cider, and entry to the all-ages after-party featuring live holiday music.
Reindeer Run - Kids Fun Run
For kids 8 years old and under (must be able to run on their own) for the 1/4 mile Reindeer Run! Registration includes a pair of antlers and entry in the Reindeer Run. It starts at 9:30 AM (Updated start time!) before the Santa Run.
Registration Open
Registration is now open. All registration is online and must be completed before packet pick-up. Registration may close early if the event reaches capacity.
Packet Pickup
You can pick up your packet at the Wild State Cider taproom the week leading up to race day.
Race Week Packet Pick-Up
Wild State Cider
Monday, December 8 - Friday, December 12.
There is no race day packet pick-up available in 2026.
Race Day Schedule (subject to change)
9:30 am - Reindeer Run start at Wild State Cider
10:00 am - Wild Santa 5K start at Wild State Cider
9:00 am - 1:00 PM - Holiday music & party at the taproom
Parking
Please arrive early or park on the surrounding streets. There will be no parking in the Wild State Cider parking lot.
Enjoy ciders outside or inside
We will be offering your free ciders indoors or by the bonfires outside. Dress warm!
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
28°
Typical Low
14°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Duluth Harbor Stn, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Duluth, MN
Population
86,863
as of 2023
Elevation
1,164 ft
Nearest Airport
DLH
Duluth International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 142 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?
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Days to train
- Race
- Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run?
- Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run is a running race held in Duluth, Minnesota 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 Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Duluth, Minnesota at 2515 W Superior Street, Duluth, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Wild Santa Run - 5k Fun Run
Dec 12, 2026