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Name: The Aviemore Santa Run
Start: 2025-12-13
End: 2025-12-13
Location: Aviemore

Aviemore, United Kingdom • 13 Dec 2025

The Aviemore Santa Run

The Aviemore Santa Run takes place on Saturday 13 December 2025 at Glenmore Lodge in Aviemore, PH22 1QZ. The event returns with a new route and new scenery while keeping its seasonal format. It includes a woodland trail and a shorter family route.

5 km woodland trail (short section on the road)
Merry Mile for children and families

Event features and facilities

The event is described as wheelchair and pushchair accessible and is dog-friendly. Full entry includes a Santa suit; there is also an Eco Entry option to wear a personal festive outfit. Eco wooden Santa Run medals are offered. On-site food and drink include hot drinks, mince pies, and mulled wine. Live music and a Christmas market are part of the event program.

Glenmore Lodge provides forest and mountain views, on-site parking, toilets, and indoor spaces. Optional overnight stays at the venue are mentioned. The event supports Disability Snowsport UK and other local charities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Aviemore

Race information

Website

5 km

5k Woodland Trail

Merry Mile

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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