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Sunday, December 15, 2024 South Park Township, PA 15129 US Directions

Events

The Original Holiday Race

Run Santa Run 5K

9:00AM EST - 10:30AM EST
NEW IN 2024

The Jolly Mile

9:00AM EST - 10:30AM EST This 1 mile run/walk is the perfect race for those who want to have a great time but might not be ready for the full 5K!
NEW IN 2024 - Holiday fun for the Little Ones

Kids' Reindeer Ramble

8:45AM EST - 10:30AM EST The perfect way for the little ones to get involved and celebrate the season.
Open to ages 10 and under.

Place

2381 Corrigan Drive
South Park Township, PA US 15129

Description

Join hundreds of runners and walkers from all over Western Pennsylvania to fill the park with Santas and elves.  We sold out in 2023 so don't wait!  Be sure to register early.  Runners are encouraged to dress "festive" and we will have prizes for the top 3 holiday outfits.

 

NEW IN 2024
  • The Jolly Mile - The perfect race for those who want to have a great time but might not be ready for the full 5K!
  • Kids' Reindeer Ramble - A fun and festive race just for the little ones.  Ages 10 and under.

START TIMES

  • 8:45 am - Reindeer Kids Dash
  • 9:00 am - 5K and The Jolly Mile 

As with all Pittsburgh Run Santa Run 5k's, we will be collecting toy donations for Amachi Pittsburgh to support their work with local kids in need.   Full details on Amachi and its mission can be found below.

Home of Pittsburgh's "ORIGINAL" 20 Foot Santa

participants with 20ft santa

2024 GCXC Run Santa Run TRIPLE SLEIGH

The 2024 GCXC Santa Triple Sleigh is a jolly opportunity for Pittsburgh Runners to run (or walk) three 5K races over 8 days and earn an incredible bonus CHALLENGE MEDAL after the 3rd race.

The Triple Sleigh includes all three PA Run Sana Run events:

  1. Run Santa Run Oakdale at Helicon Brewing - Sunday, Dec 8, 2024
  2. Run Santa Run Cranberry Township at Graham Park - Saturday, Dec 14, 2024
  3. Run Santa Run South Park at the Fairgrounds - Sunday, Dec 15, 2024

To register for the series and join the challenge, choose the Santa Triple Sleigh bundle tile above. 

  • ONLY THOSE WHO USE THE BUNDLE TILE WILL BE ELIGIBLE. 
    • REGISTERING FOR ALL 3 RACES SEPARATELY WILL NOT COUNT.

Your Triple Sleigh Registration includes: 

  • All the SWAG at all 3 races.
  • A custom, coveted Santa Triple Sleigh Medal (image coming soon)
  • $ Savings - only pay one transaction fee for all three events!
  • The awe and admiration of your entire community for running 3 5Ks in 8 days!

And the opportunity to participate in the SANTA TRIPLE SLEIGH SCORING CHALLENGE

2024 GCXC Run Santa Run TRIPLE SLEIGH CHALLENGE SCORING

Participants who register for the challenge will also be able to compete for the title of TRIPLE SLEIGH CHALLENGE CHAMPION.  We will award the top 3 male and female participants after the South Park race on December 15th.   

HOW DOES THE SCORING WORK

  • Participants will earn points based on their finish time order at each of the 3 events.
  • Scores will be determined solely by chip time and non-participants will not receive scores.
    • NOTE:  This may differ slightly from individual event results. At individual events the top 3 overall male and female results are determined by who crosses the line first. 
  • Points will be awarded to the top 15 male and female challenge finishers, based on their chip time.
    • 15 points for first, 14 for second, 13 for third, and so forth down to 1 point for 15th.
  • Total points accumulated from all three events will be tallied after the South Park race to determine winners.
  • The top 3 male and female challenge participants will receive awards and the top male and female will be crowned Triple Sleigh Champions.

RACE SWAG

5K AND THE JOLLY MILE participants will receive a soft and comfy pair of Run Santa Run fleece pajama pants, a Santa hat, a Santa "cinch" backpack, and a custom finishers medal

 

KIDS' REINDEER RAMBLE  participants will take home a new reindeer friend and a finisher medal (see above). 

AMACHI PITTSBURGH TOY COLLECTION DRIVE

Once again, GCXC is proud to support Amachi Pittsburgh.  Amachi Pittsburgh raises awareness and delivers services to give children a fighting chance in Allegheny County-- when the community is knowledgeable about the challenges that they face, children have the support they need to thrive. This awareness creates policy-level change so that youth are unburdened from a system that has made them more vulnerable to the criminal justice system.

Please help us support Amachi and bring an unwrapped toy for a child aged infant through 18 years old.  These gifts will be distributed to children throughout the county during December and hopefully bring them a sense of support and joy during the holiday season.

2023 Run Santa Run South Park Start Line Video

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