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Santa & Elf Dash

Edinburgh, United Kingdom • 21 Dec 2025

Event overview

Santa & Elf Dash at Cammo Nature Reserve in north-west Edinburgh takes place on Sunday, 21 December 2025. The event is organised by Blast Running and expects around 250 participants. Distances on offer are short trail distances with separate options for children and older teenagers.

Race details

  • Approx. 1K Elf Dash : all ages welcome
  • 5K : minimum age 11
  • 10K : minimum age 17

The route follows riverside paths, open fields and narrow trails and includes steps and small wooden bridges. The ground may be muddy or frosty depending on conditions in the days before the event; trail shoes or grippy trainers are recommended. The course is not suitable for buggies, wheelchairs, or frame runners.

Entry fees are listed as £5 for the 1K, £10 for the 5K and £15 for the 10K. A minimum of £1 per entry is donated to Young Lives vs Cancer. There is also a collection point for the Edinburgh Food Project. Finishers receive a medal, and there is a hot chocolate and cookie station. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Edinburgh

Race information

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10 km
10k Santa Dash
5 km
5k Santa Dash
Elf Dash 1k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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