Santa Dash 5K - Niagara Falls
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Santa Dash 5K
The Santa Dash is a community 5K run held on December 6, 2025. Check-in and event activities are based at the Sheraton, 300 Third Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. Free parking is available in the city lot north of the Sheraton. The event welcomes costumed runners and offers cash prizes for best holiday-themed outfits.
Distances:
- 5K
Registration, awards and activities
Pre-registration is available online or in person on race day. Fees listed are: pre-register $30 (register by 12/5), day-of registration $35, and students $15. The first 150 runners are guaranteed a t-shirt; pre-register by November 7 to guarantee shirt size. Timing and scoring are provided by ScoreThis!. Awards are given to overall male and female winners and to the top three male and female finishers in each age group from 10 & under through 70 & over. Special divisions include the Law Enforcement Doughnut Cup Challenge, First Responder Challenge, Educators Division, and High School Division. Event activities at the Sheraton include a gift card auction, breakfast with Santa, an after-race party, and live entertainment. All proceeds benefit Niagara PAL youth programs across Niagara County. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.