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Run for a Claus presented by Optima Tax Relief - 1 Mile
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External Event
Distance
1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
The OC Marathon Presents the 13th Annual Run For a Claus 5K and Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk benefiting various charity partners as well as our own Kids Run the OC Foundation. All runners will receive a commemorative 2026 giveaway, Santa Hat, a finisher's medal and free race photos. With cookies, costumes, holiday music and decorations, this will be fun for the whole family. When you Run for a Claus, you can Run for a Cause!
Typical conditions
For events around December 2026 in Irvine, CA, 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.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Irvine, CA, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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- Dec 19, 2026 · 8:00 AM
- Dec 19, 2026 · 8:00 AM (this one)
- Dec 19, 2026 · 8:30 AM
- Dec 19, 2026 · 8:30 AM
