Santa Dash - Horwich

Horwich, United Kingdom • 20 Dec 2026

Santa Dash - Horwich

The Santa Dash in Horwich is a festive running event. It is a fancy dress run of 4 miles. Fancy dress is encouraged but not compulsory. Prizes are awarded for Best Fancy Dress, and there are surprise spot prizes along the route.

The event is organized by a family-run events team. The atmosphere is described as friendly and inclusive. Supporters are encouraged to attend and cheer on participants. All finishers receive a Christmas-themed medal.

The run starts opposite Curley’s Dining Rooms & Fisheries and is based at the Jolly Crofters Public House in Horwich, Bolton. The course uses local roads and paths around the historic Lancashire town. The route is fully marshalled, clearly arrowed, and designed to be safe and enjoyable.

Event timing is provided by chip timing. The event has a cutoff time of 1 hour 45 minutes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

4 mi
Santa Dash
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Experience a 9.2 km night run up Pendle Hill and through Ogden Clough to support the local mountain rescue team. This marshalled event features steep climbs and stream crossings for runners aged 18 and over.

Join a flat and fast trail run along the Manchester riverside towpath. Complete anything from a single lap to a seven hour endurance challenge to earn a themed finisher's medal while supporting a local charity.

Experience a historic fell race at Pendle Hill with routes for both seniors and juniors. This event features a challenging 4.5 mile senior course and multiple youth distances starting from Barley Village Hall.

Test your skills on this 9.5 km fell race in the Peak District featuring over 500 meters of ascent. This classic event near Woodhead welcomes both individual and team entries for runners aged 16 and over.