Orleans, Massachusetts (United States of America) - "Santa Stampede". On Saturday, December 6th, runners take to the streets of Orleans during the 10th Annual Santa Stampede and Family Fun Run, featuring a Kids' Run at 9:30 am and a professionally timed 5K at 10:00 am, starting and ending at The Barley Neck in East Orleans. Whether you're a serious competitor or looking for serious fun, it's a blast. There are prizes in various age categories and awards for Best Costume given out during the after-party. Live Music, Cash Bar, Food, Giveaways. Register in advance or on race day. https://raceroster.com/events/2025/101386/santa-stampede-2025

Merrimac, Massachusetts (United States of America) - "WCRC Santa's Toy Trot 2/4/6 Mile Run". The Winner's Circle Running Club hosts the 2025 Santa's Toy Trot. Participants have the option to run 2,4 or 6 miles. The race starts at the Sweetsir School in Merrimac, MA. Participants run a 2-mile loop that starts and finishes at the school. The two mile loop allows runners to decide whether or not they want to stop or keep on going to complete 4 or 6 miles. Strategy is key!!! The run is chipped timed with Male/Female overall awards in each distance followed by age group awards (10 year age group), two deep. Prior to the actual race children, 10 and under, are welcome to participate in a fun run around the elementary school led by a Winner's Circle Running Club Member, free of charge. A portion of the proceeds supports the Merrimac Holiday Helper Program, a program that supports Merrimac Families through the holidays. Registration fee is $35.00 with a toy; $40 with no toy; and $50 on race day. 70+ just bring a toy though you must complete a registration application (5 year age group awards beginning at 60+ in honor of our dear friend Bob Kennedy)! www.runsignup.com/Race/MA/Merrimac/WCRCSantaToyTrot246?aflt_token=7LipmEOzbECERDzMZ3v2Xv14ohnqORDf