Ultra Sweaty Santa

Devils Elbow, United States • 12 Jul 2025

Ultra Sweaty Santa is an annual endurance running event held in Devils Elbow, Missouri, celebrating Christmas in July with a unique 6-hour race. Participants can run for 30 minutes, 3 hours, or the full 6 hours on a shaded 6-mile crushed gravel loop along the Big Piney River near Old Route 66, with a shorter 3-mile loop option available. The course features a notable hill at the turnaround, with special prizes for those conquering it most often. The event is free, encourages donations to Operation Christmas Child, and offers prizes for best costume and top male and female finishers. After the race, runners can cool off at a private beach by The Elbow Inn. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

6 mi
6 Mile Loop
3 mi
3 Mile Loop
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