Santa Run Silicon Valley
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Event overview
The Santa Run Silicon Valley takes place from December 14 through December 21, 2025, in San Jose, CA (95113). The event benefits Christmas in the Park and is founded and produced by the Silicon Valley Leadership Foundation. The in-person course is described as flat and begins on Santa Clara Street, finishing at Christmas in the Park. The official starting line location is W Santa Clara St and Almaden Ave. Virtual participation is available during the same date window.
Race options and details
- 5K Santa Run
- Kids Reindeer Dash (Ages 2 - 7)
- 5K Santa's Helper
- VIRTUAL 5K Santa Run
- VIRTUAL Kids Reindeer Dash
All in-person 5K participants receive a holiday-themed long-sleeve tech shirt, an ornament-style finisher medal, and a race bib with timing chip. Kids Reindeer Dash participants receive a short-sleeved t-shirt, an ornament-style finisher medal, a race bib, and milk and cookies at the finish. Packet pickup and gear check are located at the San Jose Chamber of Commerce, 101 West Santa Clara St. Virtual participants may complete their 5K any time during December 14-21 and can use the RaceJoy app for automatic result upload or manually upload results. Registration price tiers and sponsorship options are listed for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
