Santa's Twilight 5K - Cocoa

DEC

12

2026

Run through festive holiday lights and cheer zones on an out-and-back 5K course starting at Cocoa Riverfront Park. This twilight event includes a costume contest and awards, plus a shirt, finisher medal, and sweet treats at the finish. There's also a virtual option for running remotely.

Sat 12 Dec 2026

Cocoa, Florida

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Information

The AdventHealth Santa's Twilight 5K takes place in Cocoa Village. The event offers an in-person 5K Run/Walk and a VIRTUAL 5K option. The race begins at Cocoa Riverfront Park, with a course that goes out and back along Indian River Drive.

Event Features

A costume contest is part of the event. Categories include Fastest Santa, Crowd Favorite, Most Electrifying, Most Creative, and Best Team/Group. Judging happens before the race, and winners are announced after. Awards are given for the top three overall male and female winners, male and female masters, and the top three in each five-year age group.

Participants receive a long-sleeved race shirt, a holiday-themed finisher medal, glowing necklaces, and free race photos. Holiday cookies and hot chocolate are available at the finish line. The route features holiday lights, a LED light tunnel, and Holiday Cheer Zones. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run/walk

5 km

Virtual 5k - Run Race Remotely