Santa Runs Tacoma

Santa Runs Tacoma is held in Tacoma, Washington, on December 12, 2026, with three distances rolling out in sequence: the half marathon (13.1 miles) at 8:10 AM, the 10K (6.2 miles) at 8:40 AM, and the 5K (3.1 miles) at 9:00 AM. The half marathon and the 10K both start in downtown Tacoma and head out along the waterfront onto the Ruston Way Path, with half marathoners taking in the view from the Wilson Way Bridge before turning back toward downtown. Everyone who finishes gets a special medal.

The waterfront stretch makes for a flowing, view-heavy middle section, which suits a half marathon run at an even effort rather than a fast opening. December racing in the Pacific Northwest means a 12- to 14-week build with a weekly long run if the half is your target; the 10K needs less, and the 5K doubles as a friendly option for runners and walkers alike.