Course
Start and finish are at Reston Town Center, 11900 Market St, Reston. The organiser lists the course map as still to come and gives no shape, surface or aid station detail. A 60 minute time limit applies to the 5K.
Key dates
- !RegistrationOpen now
- ★Race daySun 6 Dec 2026
About
The Run with Santa 5K starts near Reston Town Center on the first Sunday in December. A free, untimed kids' tot trot runs beforehand, and finishers receive a sweatshirt, medal, and bib. A virtual 5K option is also offered for remote participants.
Save Run with Santa 5K to your season and RunCalendar reminds you the morning entries open and before they close. Free on iPhone, no account needed.
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