The YMCA Christmas Run presented by FORD - 1 Mile Reindeer Dash

Dec 19, 2026Boise, ID, United States

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Distance

1 mi

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Terrain

Road

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About this run

‘Tis the season to sparkle! Make this a December to remember with Santa, family, and friends at the YMCA Christmas Run! Create a new tradition or continue a long-standing one! Celebrate the holiday season as a family by running or walking together. We are so excited for this Treasure Valley tradition. This winter celebrate with the YMCA at the Christmas Run presented by FORD! Join the festivities, Santa starting the race, wear your holiday costumes, and more! Enjoy your time after you finish with a bagel from Blue Sky Bagels. Awards will be announced as soon as available in the Boise High School Cafeteria. Overall, division and costume winners will win prizes! Packet Pick Up Location & Times: Friday, Dec 18th | 3–7 pm at Boise High School (1010 W Washington St.) in the cafeteria. The first 1,000 people to pick up their packets will receive Christmas Run Gloves Courses: Saturday, December 19th 1 Mile Reindeer Dash - 10:00 am 2 Mile Run - 10:15 am 6 Mile Run - 10:15 am

Typical conditions

For events around December 2026 in Boise, ID, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

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