Santa Runs Tacoma - Half Marathon
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Distance
Unknown
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Get ready for the most RUNderful time of the year! The half marathon is a gorgeous out-and-back course starting in downtown Tacoma, with a few rolling hills to keep those legs awake and working. You’ll run along the waterfront until it connects to the Ruston Way Path, where you’ll head towards the Point Ruston Waterwalk and Tacoma’s Dune Peninsula Park. Before turning around, you’ll go up the Wilson Way Bridge for a bird’s eye view of the area, and then make your way back down the waterfront to finish downtown. The 10K is an out-and-back following along the half marathon route, starting in downtown Tacoma and running along the waterfront. The 5K is an annual tradition and fun for the whole family, runners and walkers are welcome to join in this 3.1 mile event. All finishers will receive one of our famous Santa Runs Tacoma medals.
Typical conditions
For events around December 2026 in Tacoma, WA, 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
Training needs depend on the official distance and course. Use the registration page for distance details, then build a plan that matches that distance.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Tacoma, WA, 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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