Santa Hustle Glendale
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Santa Hustle Glendale : December 13, 2026
Santa Hustle Glendale is a holiday-themed, officially timed running event held at Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale, Arizona. The event program includes road race distances and a separate Kids Dash designed for children up to age 12; parents may run alongside kids at no charge but only registered children receive event swag.
Distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids Dash (1K)
All participants receive event apparel and a finisher medal; adults are slated to receive a beanie while Kids Dash participants receive a long-sleeve shirt, Santa hat, beard, bib, and finisher medal. Timing chips are attached to the back of bibs and live results are posted during the event, with official results published within 24 hours. Awards are given to the Top 3 Overall Male and Female and Top 3 Masters Male and Female, and age group awards are presented to first-place male and female finishers in standard age categories including 10 and under through 70+.
Packet pick-up occurs the day before at WaterDance Plaza and on race day at Westgate; packet shipping is available for a fee. A gear check is provided. The event operates under a no-refund, no-exchange policy, though race insurance can be purchased at registration. Parking is available at Westgate in Lots 1, 2, 4, and 5 and attendees are advised to allow extra time for congestion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
