Guelph Santa Parade Run
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Guelph Santa Parade Run 2026
The Guelph Santa Parade Run is a themed community run taking place in Downtown Guelph on December 5, 2026. Participants run the Santa Parade route immediately before the Guelph Community Santa Parade passes the same course.
The event distance is 3 kilometres. All participants wear Santa costumes, and the suit is included with registration. Proceeds from the event support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph.
The published route is currently tentative pending updates from the City of Guelph related to construction. There are designated opportunities to pick up the included Santa suit at The Running Works and at the start area on event day.
The event lists volunteer needs for course marshals and two lead bikes to assist runners on course. The run is organized to align directly with the community parade that follows; many participants remain after the run to watch the parade. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
