Santa’s Sleigh Half Marathon
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About the race
The event features two race distances that run along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path in the Georgetown area. Both courses are out-and-back on a light gravel trail with minimal elevation change and finish where they began. The half marathon starts and ends in Georgetown near the Potomac Boat Club; the 5K starts and ends at Fletcher’s Boathouse.
- Half marathon
- 5K
Runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (DriFit) event shirt, and chip timing. There is a virtual race option for participants who cannot attend in person. Live results are posted on Athlinks and a QR code at the event provides immediate access to individual results. Runner tracking is available through the event registration system.
Water and aid are provided along the courses: seven water stations on the half marathon route and one water station on the 5K, with Gatorade available at some stations. Port-a-johns are located near the Georgetown check-in area and building restrooms are available at Fletcher’s. There is no official bag check; items may be left at the timing table but the organizer does not assume responsibility.
Points from these races count toward the Year-Long 5K, Endurance, and Back of the Pack series, and toward the Fall Series. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall plus age group prizes. The event benefits Team RWB DC. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
