The Best Races - Sacramento
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A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 Sacramento
A Merry Christmas Run takes place at Sutter's Landing Regional Park on December 26, 2026, in Sacramento, California. The event offers multiple in-person distances and a virtual option. It is organized as smaller, capped waves and described as a private group run; waves close when full.
All paces and ages are welcome; minors must be accompanied by a guardian. Timing is optional and no timing chips are used. Participants may track time with personal apps and submit results for online posting, or request coordinator assistance for timekeeping.
Race services and participant items:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon (13.1)
- Virtual Run with a digital training pack
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Swag is shipped to U.S. mailing addresses; race bibs are provided on race day. Standard swag items include a running T-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, a digital training pack, and an online certificate of completion. A technical running shirt upgrade is available for an additional fee. Swag is mailed the week of the race; last-minute registrants may receive shirts after the event.
The event lists charity initiatives and an optional fundraising feature, with donations tied to miles logged after the race. Sponsors include Cure Hydration and KaChava. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
