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Santa Claus Running Festival is the largest Santa Claus run in Poland, staged in December on the streets of Toruń's Old Town. Entrants choose between 21.097 km, 15 km, 10 km and 5 km, with all races setting off at midday on 6 December 2026 from the area around the Old Town Market Square. The course runs over city streets in full winter conditions, so participants should arrive ready for very demanding weather. A virtual run allows people to take part remotely, and separate Nordic Walking categories run alongside the foot races. Team classifications for the Polish Team Championships are decided over 21 km, 10 km and 5 km.
The largest gathering of Santa Claus runners in Poland
Start in the area of the Old Town Market Square in Toruń
Winter setting with a December race date
Virtual run option for remote participants
Distances of 21.097 km, 15 km, 10 km and 5 km
Additional Nordic Walking categories
Polish Team Championships contested over 21 km, 10 km and 5 km
Commemorative technical long-sleeve t-shirt
Start / Finish
Area around the Old Town Market Square (Rynek Staromiejski), Toruń
Race Day
What to bring
Start number worn in a visible place
Identity document (or a copy of it plus written authorisation when collecting for someone else) required at the race office to collect the start pack
What you get
St Nicholas running bag
Technical long-sleeve t-shirt
Santa Claus hat
Race bib number
Energy bars
Water
Gifts from sponsors
On the day
Before you enter
Other questions
Entrants can choose from 21.097 km, 15 km, 10 km and 5 km. Additional Nordic Walking categories are also offered for participants who start with poles.
No. The organiser lists no participant limit for the festival.
Yes. The event includes a virtual run, which allows participants to complete their chosen distance remotely.
They are an additional classification contested by teams over the 21 km, 10 km and 5 km distances.
Yes. Separate Nordic Walking competitions are provided for participants who start in that style.
Entry fee
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Expected December 2027
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