Santa Run - Bellingham
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Event
The Santa-themed running event is a 5K held at Cordata Community Park and Julianna Park in Bellingham. The listed date is Saturday, December 20, 2025. The event format allows running, walking, or skipping. Costumes are encouraged but not required; the organizer notes costumes "enhance the experience by 28.5%." All participants receive a one-size-fits-most Santa hat. The event is presented by Bellingham Parks & Recreation with community partner WECU.
Logistics
Registration fees vary by date: $15 through November 28, $25 from November 29 to December 7, with Kids 12 and under at $10 and free entry noted for "kids who roll." The program is non-refundable and ID is required at check-in. Packet pick-up is available at Fairhaven Runners; late packet pick-up is at Cordata Park. Race numbers include pre-inserted timing chips; timing and real-time results are handled by Pacific Multisports. Results are posted online through Pacific Multisports and the city race pages. Divisions are offered for Male, Female, and Non-binary categories across multiple age groups (from under 4 up to 70+). Awards go to the top three in each gender category by division; draw prizes are distributed after the event. Course maps and archived course PDFs are provided by the organizer. Designated parking locations are listed near Cordata Park. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are allowed on site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.