Santa Run - Bellingham
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Santa 5K at Cordata - Bellingham
The Santa themed 5K takes place at Cordata Community Park and Julianna Park in Bellingham on Saturday, December 19, 2026. The event welcomes participants who run, skip, or walk and mentions that costumes are encouraged but not required; the organizer notes costumes enhance the experience by 28.5%. All participants receive a one size fits most "Santa hat."
Registration fees are tiered: November 1–28 $15, November 29–December 17 $25. Kids 12 and under: $10; kids who roll are free. The program is non-refundable and ID is required at check-in.
Packet pick-up is available early on December 18 from 3 to 6 pm at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers, with late packet pick-up at Cordata Park (4510 Cordata Parkway). The course map and a downloadable route are provided online. Pacific Multisports provides timing using pre-inserted chips and posts real-time results. Final results are posted online after the race.
Divisions are listed by gender categories Male, Female, and Non-Binary with multiple age groups from 10 and Under through 70+. Awards are given to the top three finishers in each gender category and age division; draw prizes are distributed after the event.
Sponsors and community partners for recent editions include WECU, Fairhaven Runners, and Cascadia Daily News. Leashed, well behaved dogs are allowed on site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
