Santa Run 5k - Middletown
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Overview
The Santa Run 1 mile and 5k takes place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Middletown, Ohio. The event is based at Gravel Road Brewing, 916 1st Ave, Middletown, OH 45042. This is the fifth annual running of the Santa Run and includes a one-mile event and a 5k.
Race details
Distances:
- 1 miler
- 5k
The course starts at Gravel Road Brewing, uses the local bike path, and loops back through a historic neighborhood on South Main Street in downtown Middletown. Every participant receives a Santa hat, a keepsake Christmas ornament, and a hot drink ticket from the coffee truck. An aid station with milk and cookies is located at the turnaround for the 1 miler; water is available as well.
Registration is $25 through November 29, 2025, and increases to $30 on November 30. A reduced fee of $15 applies to ages 1-15. Awards include finisher awards for all participants, 1st-3rd place male and female awards in the 5k, and a prize for the jolliest Santa. The fastest male and female Santas in the 5k will be recognized. Toys For Tots will collect donations at the event. Sponsors include Downtown Middletown Inc., Steve's Trophies, Affordable Paving, and Barney Riesbeck State Farm. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.