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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Shuffle Fun Run/Walk - Flat Rate Entry | 5K | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $20 | – |
| Santa Shuffle Fun Run/Walk - Toy Donation Entry | 5K | Dec 13, 20269:00 AM | $5 | 250 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes Dec 13, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $20, entry is about 43 percent below a typical 5K in Tennessee, which costs $35 right now.
A typical finisher at a 5K in Knoxville runs 34:49, about 11:12 a mile, based on 52 races with published results. Women typically finish in 37:07 and men in 30:29.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:38 AM, and the Santa Shuffle Fun Run/Walk - Flat Rate Entry starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 950 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
11619 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Around December 13 the day usually runs from 35°F at dawn to 53°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 32% of days. Cold snaps dip to 28°F and hot years reach 65°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Santa Shuffle Fun Run/Walk cover on their registration page, in brief.
Shirt and medal
Material: Non-woven Fabrics Component: a red hat, a red top jacket, a black belt, a red pants, a white furry beard. Adult size Jacket length: 79cm Sleeve length: 60cm Shoulder: 47cm Pant length: 95cm. Kid size(10-13 age) Jacket length…
Rules and FAQ
When can I pick up my Santa suit and drop off my donation (toy or monetary)? Packet Pick-Up will be held at Fleet Feet Knoxville (11619 Parkside Dr., 37934). Saturday, December 13th - 12pm - 4pm. Sunday, December 14th - 8:00am - 9:00am…
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HO, HO, HO! Join us on Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 9:00am at Fleet Feet Knoxville for the Santa Shuffle Fun Run/Walk. This will be a 1-to-3-mile Fun Run/Walk (not a race) where everyone, young or mature, can be Santa Claus for the day! This is a family-friendly event where we will run/walk all dressed in our Santa suits spreading cheer around the neighborhood.
Race proceeds and toys collected are all donated to the local Toys for Tots.
Details:
Date: Sunday, December 13th
- 9am - Run/Walk Starts
- 10am - Refreshments served: hot chocolate, coffee and cookies
Location: Fleet Feet Knoxville