YMCA SANTA RUN

Join us on 12/14/2026
(race date estimated)

YMCA SANTA RUN Race Description

 

Join us for the 11th annual Waxahachie Family YMCA Santa Run on Saturday, December 14th at 9am!

This years Run / Walk and all the fun will take place at the beautiful Railyard Park, near downtown Waxahachie.  The Santa Run is family friendly event featuring at 5k run / walk or a 1 mile fun run.  What makes the run so unique is participants will receive a 5 piece Santa Suit to wear during the run.  Santa suits are included with your registration and are yours to keep!  A unique and memorable experience for everyone.

This years race will go to the support of the Cindy Hess Memorial Park.  The Park will be built directly behind the YMCA to serve our community with a host of activities and fun.  Please click the link for an updated rendering.  Your support is greatly appreciated to make this incredible project a reality!   

CLICK HERE to REGISTER

 

 Special pricing is available for youth 12 and under.  Custom sizes for all are available as well.

Get in the spirit by decorating your suit, stroller and even your pet as they enjoy the run with you. Prizes will be available for those who show the most Christmas spirit!

 

We hope you plan to be a part of the event and thank you for your support of the Waxahachie Family YMCA and the Cindy Hess Memorial Park!

 

 

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  • YMCA SANTA RUN Where & When
  • Location: 455 S. College Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Race Date: 2024/12/14 09:00:00 AM (Saturday)
  • Categories:
    • Youth 5k or 1 Mile - UNTIMED
    • 5K Santa Run - Youth 12 and under (TIMED)
    • Adult (13 and up) - 5K or 1 Mile - UNTIMED
    • 5K Santa Run - Adult (TIMED)
    • NEW Run as the Grinch (5K only)
    • Pancake Breakfast

YMCA SANTA RUN Reviews

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A blast. Everyone running in a Santa Suit. The setting is beautiful with the WX square and the atmosphere is fun for my family. We enjoy this every year.

James F. 5/9 found this review helpful.
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Course: 4.5/5
Organization: 5.0/5
2021 Race Review
Review On: 2022-07-18 13:07:49
Chip-2-Chip Race Timing

THIS EVENT IS SO MUCH FUN AND THE GRINCHES RUN THE COURSE BACKWARDS. TONS OF SANTA SUITS AND THE DRILL TEAM AND JUST A LOTOF FUN AND ACTIVITY FOR EVERYONE. COME JOIN US ON THE RUN!

DEB T. has attended 5+ times

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