What is "The Hollow"?
A magical place where the spirit of Christmas lasts forever.
Santa's Hide-A-Way Hollow began as a dream, and was completed in 1992. What started out as a desire to help terminally ill children and their families, has resulted in a
Christmas retreat from the reality of their illness, creating wonderful memories instead.
The Mission of Santa's Hide-A-Way is to bring families together during a very difficult time in their lives. It provides a perfect setting for a visit with Santa Claus, no matter the date.
Event details and schedule
Join Us!
Packet/bib pick up at 7:45, Reindeer Romp at 8:30am, 5K and 1 mile walk/run at 8:45am
All runners, walkers, wheelchairs, and strollers welcome. Service dogs only.
Run through Santa’s Village.
Reindeer Romp for ages up to 5 years old (400 meters).
Pre-registration only. Limit 250 participants.
Register by July 18th to guarantee a t-shirt.
Packet pick up the day of the race.
Wear a red Santa hat/cap and be entered into a special Christmas drawing.
Age group awards and medallions for all finishers and more!
In addition to your pre-registration, a donation can be made to benefit Santa’s Hideaway Hollow the day of the race or visit: https://santashideawayhollow.com
Santa can’t wait to see you there!
P.S. The elves let out a secret…. Mrs. Claus is baking Santa’s favorite chocolate chip cookies!
North Pole Sponsor: Kinetico Quality Water System
Reindeer Romp sponsor: Aurora Animal Care Community
Autumn Leaves Fall 4 Miler - November 8, 2026
Location: Lake Metroparks Farmpark
Race Start Time: 8:30 AM
Get ready to lace up, crunch some leaves, and celebrate the magic of fall at the Autumn Leaves Fall 4 Miler! This festive, scenic race is held entirely within the charming grounds of Lake Metroparks Farmpark, where autumn truly comes alive. The 4-mile course winds through glowing fall foliage, past friendly farm animals, and along peaceful countryside trails bursting with seasonal color and charm. It’s the perfect way to welcome sweater weather and cooler temps! To make the celebration even sweeter, all participants will receive a cozy long-sleeve T-shirt and a finisher medal to commemorate a fall run you won’t forget.
Registration includes a finisher medal, Long Sleeve, and post-race soup
Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Saturday, November 7th from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Race day packet pick-up will be at Lake Metroparks Farmpark starting at 7:30 am - 8:15 am
The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 8:30 am.