Saint Nick's Run Fest

Tyler, United States • 13 Dec 2025

Saint Nick's Run Fest is a charity trail race held at Lindsey Park in Tyler, Texas. Participants choose from 7K, 13K, 20K, and a 7K RUCK, all run on the Lindsey Park Red Loop—a 4-mile single-track dirt course arranged in loops (three for 20K, two for 13K, one for 7K). The event emphasizes a festive, Santa-hat atmosphere and supports children during Christmas through three partner charities: Operation Christmas Child, Toys For Tots, and Angel Tree, with a portion of registration donated. Aid stations every 4 miles offer water, Tailwind, bananas, and pretzels; finisher medals and a special RUCK patch are awarded to finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 km
20k
13 km
13k
7 km
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