Utah Santa Run - Gardner Village
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Utah Santa Run - Gardner Village
The Utah Santa Run at Gardner Village in West Jordan takes place on 12/05/2026. The event includes several timed and virtual race options held at the same venue and date.
Distances and options:
- 5K: 3.1 miles
- 10K: 6.2 miles
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles
- Half Marathon Pacer (Invite Only): 13.1 miles, invite only
- Half Marathon Slow Racers: 13.1 miles, for runners expecting over 3 hours to finish
- Santa Run Virtual Race: virtual race option
Registration fees vary by event. The in-person races include a Santa suit with registration. Aid stations on course provide milk and cookies, water, and Powerade. Volunteers at the event dress as elves to support runners.
The race format mixes traditional in-person running events with a virtual option. The addition of the half marathon and 10K occurred in 2020; the event continues to offer the original 5K alongside longer distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
