Santa’s Sleigh Half Marathon
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2026 Santa’s Sleigh 5k & Half
The event on December 20, 2026 features two distances that run along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal path in Washington, DC. The half marathon starts and finishes in Georgetown near the Potomac Boat Club while the 5k starts and finishes at Fletcher’s Boathouse. Both courses are out-and-back routes on a light gravel dirt trail with minimal elevation change.
Distances
- Half marathon
- 5 km
Points from the races count toward the Year-Long 5k Series, the Endurance Series, the Back of the Pack Series, and the Fall Series. A virtual run option is offered for participants who cannot attend in person. Walkers and strollers are permitted on course.
Runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical event shirt, and chip timing. Live results will be posted online and a QR code will be available at the race for immediate results. Final results with series points are posted after the event.
The event benefits Team RWB DC. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second place in multiple age categories. Water stations are provided: seven stations along the half marathon at approximate mile markers and one station on the 5k; Gatorade will be available at some stations.
Packet pickup is available at Road Runner Sports and at the event. There will be no on-site race registration. Organizers have an all weather policy and may notify registrants and post updates via social media if changes occur. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
