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Santa 5k Run/Walk 2026

Date
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Start time
9:00 AM start (Detroit)
Entry fee
From $40 · goes up to $45 on Nov 9, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
5k Run/Walk5KNov 21, 20269:00 AM$40$45 after Nov 9, 2026–
1 Mile Jingle Run/Walk1 MileNov 21, 20269:05 AM$40$45 after Nov 9, 2026–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

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The 5K fee goes up to $45 on Nov 9, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • $40 until Nov 8, then $45 until Nov 20, then $50 until Nov 21.

Online registration closes Nov 21, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $40, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 5K in Michigan, which costs $30 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in Northville runs 36:53, about 11:52 a mile, based on 7 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:30 and men in 31:55.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:31 AM, and the 5k Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 980 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

550 W Seven Mile Rd, Northville, MI 48167, Northville, MI 48167

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

507
finishers
41:14
median (13:18 /mi)
16:02
winning time
62% / 38%
women / men
median 41:1420:491:14:28
Finish times, fastest to slowest. Each bar is a slice of the field; the dashed line is the median.

Aggregated from official results (Michigan Running Foundation) for Santa 5k Run/Walk. Individual finisher names are not stored here.

How fast do you need to be at Santa 5k Run/Walk?

In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 26:13 or better, the top quarter in 31:50, and half the field in 41:14; the last tenth came in after 1:02:08.

Third place by age group, 2025 5k Run/Walk
AgeWomenMen
Under 2023:1020:13
20-2928:2121:41
30-3925:4625:59
40-4928:3225:47
50-5929:0826:09
60-6931:3728:31
70+38:1743:25

Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.

What would my time get me?

Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.

Finishers by year

Up 82 percent since 2024.

All events combined, from official results.

Santa 5k Run/Walk 5K year by year

From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 278 to 507 finishers, and the median time rose from 40:59 to 41:14.

YearFinishersMedianFastest tenthWinner
2025507 (+82%)41:14under 26:1316:02
202427840:59under 26:0716:44

From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.

How fast is it?

Slower than most Michigan 5Ks

The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:50, against 28:36 in a typical Michigan 5K, so times here run 11 percent slower.

Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.

Typical race-day weather

Around November 21 the day usually runs from 30°F at dawn to 42°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 23°F and hot years reach 53°F.

Based on 85 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Santa 5k Run/Walk cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Packet Pickup

We will be offering early packet pickup the week of the event. Location and times are TBD. More information will be communicated closer to the race date. Early Packet Pickup - Time and Location TBD. Thursday 11/20. Friday 11/21. Race Day…

Parking and travel

Parking & Course Information

The race starts and finishes at the Northville Farmers Market at 550 Seven Mile in Northville. The course is an out and back on the path in Hines Drive. Parking and Course map information will be posted closer to race date and sent to all…

Shirt and medal

Race Swag!

T-shirts are guaranteed with registration thru Sunday, November 9th. T-shirts are a BIG hit, be sure to register early to receive your size. Participants will also receive a finishers medal, jingle bells, custom race bib, and a race swag…

Rules and FAQ

FAQ's

You have questions, we have answers! Where do I park? Parking is available at the race location, Northville Famers Market, 550 Seven Mile Road. Volunteers will be in the lot ot help direct traffic. When and where is packet pickup? Packet…

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Race details

Where
550 W Seven Mile Rd, Northville, MI 48167, Northville, MI 48167Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 980 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
1 Mile, 5K
Editions
2026 (Nov 21, 2026), 2025 (Nov 22, 2025), 2024 (Nov 23, 2024)

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Quick answers

When is Santa 5k Run/Walk?
Saturday, November 21, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $40 before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Nov 9, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Nov 21, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Michigan?
At $40, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 5K in Michigan, which costs $30 right now.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
1 Mile, 5K.
How big is it, and how fast?
In 2025, 507 runners finished the 5k Run/Walk; the median finish was 41:14 and the winner ran 16:02.
Is it a fast course?
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:50, against 28:36 in a typical Michigan 5K, so times here run 11 percent slower.
Where does it start?
550 W Seven Mile Rd, Northville, MI 48167, Northville, MI 48167.

From the organizers

Join us for the 4th annual Santa 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Jingle Run/Walk! Lace up your running shoes and put on your best Santa hat for a jolly good time. This in-person event will take place at the Northville Farmers Market on Saturday, November 21st. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for some festive fun, this event is for you. Get ready to spread holiday cheer while getting some exercise in. Don't miss out on this merry event!

The race will take place at the Northville Farmers Market. A new route is being developed for 2026!

Delicious post race food and refreshments!

🎵 Holiday music to keep you in the spirit

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