Rotary Santa Run Leiden
Participants dress up in full Santa Claus outfits to complete a festive walk through the historic city center of Leiden. Along the route, walkers pass by and through historic local buildings while enjoying entertainment, music, and seasonal treats. The event kicks off with a lively group warm-up and concludes with a finisher medal.
Thu, Dec 17, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
€ 15,74 voor een volwassene en € 13,74 voor een kind (t/m 135 cm), bij online inschrijven.
Neighborhood
City Center
Food & Drink
Buy a snack at the Drijvende IJsbaan chalet beside the start and finish or from local sellers along the route; participants may also bring their own food and drinks.
Parking
The event is in Leiden’s car-restricted centre; cycling and parking at the Garemarkt garage are advised.
Accessibility
No special accessibility measures are in place, but self-mobile participants may join, though small course detours may be necessary.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Register online well before the day, because you can't sign up at the pick-up days or on event day, and registration fees aren't refundable.
- Use the toilets on the Drijvende IJsbaan before you set off, because the organizers don't put any toilets along the route.
- Feel free to bring your own drinks or snacks, but drop rubbish in bins along the way and keep moving to finish before the medal cut-off.
- Watch the website and social media if bad weather is forecast, because the organizers follow KNMI warnings and announce there whether the walk goes ahead.
- Come by bike and leave it at the Aalmarkt bike park, since the start is in the car-light centre and the nearest garage is Garemarkt.
Special Events & Promotions
- Clear ponchos are for sale at the Drijvende IJsbaan ticket desk before the start if the weather calls for it.
Links & Contact
Run by Stichting Sport in Beeld in collaboration with Rotary Club Leiden
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an age limit?
No. Anyone of any age can take part, so friends, families and colleagues can all walk together.
What do I get when I sign up?
You get a walk through Leiden's city centre and a complete Santa outfit with jacket, trousers, hat and beard. There are acts and treats along the way, and a medal at the finish if you complete the route with a valid start number.
Can I register on the day?
No. Registration is online only and isn't possible at the pick-up days or on event day. Registration fees can't be refunded.
Are there toilets and first aid?
Toilets are at the start and finish on the Drijvende IJsbaan, but none are set up along the route. A first-aid post is at the start and finish, and first-aid bikers ride the route.
Where should I park?
The start is in Leiden's car-light centre, so coming by bike and using the Aalmarkt bike park is best. If you drive, use the Garemarkt garage, a five-minute walk from the start and finish.
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