Bad Santa 5K
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Event overview
The Bad Santa 5K is a timed road run held on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in Carondelet Park, St. Louis, Missouri. The start and finish are planned near the park boathouse. The course is described as running through lakes, woods and along railroad tracks.
Distances
- 5K
Logistics, extras and partners
Registration has tiered pricing: an early rate of $28.90 (listed through October 13), with higher rates later. The event lists 295 spots remaining. All registrants receive a custom race shirt and a finisher keychain. Post-race beer is provided by Urban Chestnut Brewing Company, and an afterparty is scheduled at Urban Chestnut Bierhall in The Grove. Awards include commemorative awards and a gift card from Running Niche for the top three overall male and female finishers; age group awards will be announced later. The event partners with the Kurt Warner First Things First Foundation and Operation Food Search for Warners’ Warm-Up Coat Drive and will collect new and gently used coats, hats and gloves for distribution. Packet pickup and volunteer sign-up details are to be posted later. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.