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Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings

Date:
Sat, Dec 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location:
Crown Point, Indiana
46307
United States
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2k 3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

Santa Run & Walk 5K/2K

Sat, December 19th, 8 am (7 am sign in)

First United Methodist Hall, 352 S. Main, Crown Point

Since 1982, this event is for EVERYONE! Your Santa Run 5K includes:

  • Timed 5K Run & non-timed 2K on the streets of Crown Point.

  • Finisher Medals to first 300 to sign up!

  • Race Awards for Top Overall & Top 3 in each Age Group

  • Meet Robin Rock, host of 93.9 LITE FM.

  • Visit with Santa, Hot Cocoa & Christmas Treats after! Plus, Carriage Court Pizza.

  • Event supports local food pantries.

Course: A timed 5K Run and a non-timed 2K run/walk on the streets of Crown Point!

Cost: Timed 5K: $30 Adults. Non-timed 2K & Kids 3-12: $20. Under 3 is free. Shirts extra $16 thru December 7th. Strollers welcome.

Packet pickup: Friday, Dec. 18th, 5-6pm at the Methodist Hall & Saturday starting at 7 am before the event.

Please Note: No refunds will be given due to weather or for any other reason. You may transfer your entry thru 12/1. Any shirts not claimed at event will be sold after the run.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

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