Surfin' Santa's Christmas In July 5k

Surfin' Santa's Christmas In July 5k & Holiday Stroll is a festive running and walking event held in Stratford, Connecticut, featuring a chip-timed 3.11-mile (5k) race and an untimed one-mile Holiday Stroll. The scenic, mostly flat course runs through the seaside neighborhood of Lordship, offering great water views along quiet roads. The event includes a free kids' fun run and a post-race holiday market and reception with snacks and holiday-themed frozen drinks for participants 21 and over.

Limited to 250 participants, it supports St Vincent’s Swim Across the Sound charity. Awards and unique prizes are given in various age groups, with a grand prize getaway at the Surfside Hotel. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.