Great Santa Run 5K & Santa's Little Elves Fun Run - 5K (Santa Hat & Medal)
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External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
The 17th annual Great Santa Run 5K is a great way to celebrate the holiday season while supporting Operation Breakthrough, one of Kansas City's favorite charities. We are excited to hold the race at Park Place in Leawood! All participants will receive a santa hat and a jolly finishers medal! Virtual participants and participants in the kids run receive a finishers medal and race shirt! Please visit www.kcsantarun.com for further race details.
Typical conditions
For events around December 2026 in Leawood, KS, 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 Leawood, KS, 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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Also in this race
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- Dec 13, 2026 · 2:00 PM
- Dec 13, 2026 · 2:00 PM (this one)
- Dec 13, 2026 · 3:00 PM
- Dec 13, 2026 · 3:00 PM
