Santa Runs Tacoma 2026

The race.

Santa Runs Tacoma takes place on December 12, 2026, in Tacoma, Washington, organized by the Tacoma City Marathon Association. The event offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1K distance options. The half marathon and 10K follow an out-and-back course beginning in downtown Tacoma, running along the waterfront and the Ruston Way Path toward Point Ruston Waterwalk and Dune Peninsula Park, with the half marathon route including the Wilson Way Bridge before returning downtown. The 5K is a 3.1-mile out-and-back course welcoming both runners and walkers. All finishers receive a Santa Runs Tacoma medal.