Illustration of Santa and Mrs. Claus handing wrapped gifts to children in a cozy community hall (Santa Dash 2026)
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Santa Dash 2026

Participants can run or walk the festive course, with adults dressing up in Santa suits and children wearing Santa hats. Every finisher receives a Santa medal, along with hot chocolate and cookies to enjoy. Children can meet Santa in person and receive a holiday selection box, with raffle prizes and family entertainment throughout the morning.

Sun, Dec 6, 2026 All ages £8.00–£12.00.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Registration opens: 10:00am; Santa Dash starts: 11:00am.

Food & Drink

Hot chocolate and cookies are included.

Pets

Dogs are welcome.

Location

Hamilton Park Racecourse · Bothwell Rd, Hamilton ML3 0DW, UK Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive when registration opens, an hour before the dash starts, so you're signed in and ready before the field sets off.
  • Bring your dog along to join the fun, since four-legged friends are welcome at the Santa Dash.
  • Book the right ticket type for each person, as adults get a full Santa suit and children get a Santa hat.
  • Make sure the kids get their visit with Santa while you're there, since every child also gets a selection box.
  • Wear warm layers under your Santa suit for a December morning out at Hamilton Park Racecourse.

Links & Contact

Run by Kilbryde Hospice

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can take part?

Everyone. You can run or walk, and kids, families and dogs are all welcome.

Do I need to bring my own Santa outfit?

No. Adults get a Santa suit and kids get a Santa hat, and everyone gets a Santa medal when they finish.

Is there food and drink?

Yes, hot chocolate and cookies are included.

What do the kids get?

Children get to visit Santa, and every child gets a selection box.

Is there anything else on the day?

There's a raffle on the day and plenty of festive fun for the whole family.

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