The Claus Cause
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About the race
The Claus Cause is a holiday running event at The Avenues Mall in Jacksonville, Florida on December 12, 2026. The event features a chip-timed 5K and an Elf Dash fun run for children, and proceeds benefit Girls on the Run of Northeast Florida.
5K registration includes a choice of a Santa Claus or Mrs. Claus suit while supplies last, a custom race bib, a finisher's medal, and chip timing where applicable. The 5K is eligible for overall and age group awards, with additional awards for masters and grand masters. Age group awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in these divisions: 9 & under; 10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75 and up.
Elf Dash registration includes an official elf hat, a custom race bib, and a finisher's medal for participating children. The Elf Dash is described as a non competitive holiday run created for kids.
The event includes a Holiday Giving Drive in partnership with The Sanctuary on 8th Street. Organizers request new, unwrapped donations on race day such as sports equipment, learning games and flash cards, new board games and puzzles, new books for emerging readers, new socks and children’s shoes, new stuffed animals and toys, and grocery or gas gift cards. The Claus Cause is part of the Triple Crown Race Series with an exclusive Triple Crown finisher medal and possible eligibility for a Triple Crown cash purse. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
