The Best Races - Sacramento
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A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
A Merry Christmas Run takes place on December 26, 2026 at Sutter's Landing Regional Park on 28th Street in Sacramento, California. The event offers in-person and virtual options and includes a family fun run.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K
- 13.1 Half Marathon
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
The event is organized as a smaller, capped group run with wave starts that fill on a first come, first served basis. Timing is optional and no timing chips are used; participants may track time with running apps and submit results for online posting. Race bibs are provided on race day. Swag is shipped directly to the US mailing address provided at registration; packet pickup is not required. Swag items include a running T shirt sent by mail, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. A technical running shirt is available as a paid upgrade.
Organizers send a final update the Wednesday before the race with course details and maps. The event includes a charity initiative where each mile logged after the race will result in a one dollar donation to partnered charities; fundraising participation is optional. Registration fees vary by distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
