Santa Run 5K - Pine Grove
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Santa Run 5K and 3/4 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk
The event is held on December 5, 2026 in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania and is hosted by the Pine Grove Area Youth Soccer Association. The venue is Pine Grove Hose Hook & Ladder at 1 Orchard Street.
Distances:
- 5K
- 3/4 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk
The 5K run/walk follows a mostly flat, scenic town route with one moderate hill and passes along the decorated canal, town streets, and Legion Acres. The 5K is manually timed by Pretzel City Sports and the 3/4 mile fun run is entirely flat on a closed road beside the canal with no traffic crossings. The event is held rain or shine. Ample parking is available at the Hose, Hook & Ladder venue. Official results are posted by Pretzel City Sports within 24 to 48 hours.
An official race shirt is guaranteed to participants registered by Wednesday, November 18, 2026; shirts after that date are available while supplies last. Registration fees vary by date and age: register by November 18 is $15 for age 14 and under and $25 for age 15 and older; later registration increases those fees to $20 and $30 respectively. Awards include overall top male and female and age group medals for the top two male and female finishers across multiple age categories. A special award is presented for the best costume. The event is part of the Schuylkill County Dash Through the Holidays 5K series and coincides with the towns Christmas Stroll in the Grove. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
