Santa 5k Run/Walk
Participants take to the course in a festive community run and walk to support the Living and Learning Enrichment Center. Cross the finish line to collect a finisher medal and celebrate with refreshments and holiday music. After the race, participants are invited to head into Downtown Northville for the Annual Holiday Greens Market and Hometown Holiday Festival.
Sat, Nov 21, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
5K registration: $40 from 8/1 to 11/08, with a t-shirt guaranteed; $45 from 11/09 to 11/20, with shirts available as supplies last; $50 on race day, with no shirts available. Participants receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and commemorative race bib. A 10% discount is offered for families of 3 or more registering at the same time, valid starting 8/1. Teams of 10 or more can save $5 per person.
Hours
Race check-in opens at 7:30 AM; the 5K starts at 9:00 AM EST.
Food & Drink
Post-race refreshments are available near the finish line.
Location
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Runners and walkers looking for a festive community event
Vibe
Festive and community-minded
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
High
Tips & Advice
- Register during the early registration period if you want a guaranteed T-shirt; later registrations have limited or no shirts.
- Consider early packet pickup during race week; its details and location are still being finalized.
- Register with your family at the same time to qualify for the family discount.
- If entering as a team, make sure it has at least ten participants to qualify for the team savings.
- Leave time after the race for refreshments and holiday music near the finish line.
Special Events & Promotions
- Families of three or more registering together receive a discount.
- Teams of 10 or more save per person.
- Registering earlier offers lower pricing; the earliest tier guarantees a T-shirt.
- A new route is being developed for 2026.
- Finisher medals are new this year.
Links & Contact
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do 5K participants receive?
5K participants receive a T-shirt, commemorative race bib and finisher medal.
Is there another distance available?
A separately registered 1 Mile Jingle Run/Walk is also offered.
What happens after the race?
There are post-race refreshments and holiday music near the finish line. Participants are also invited to Downtown Northville for the Holiday Greens Market and Hometown Holiday Festival.
Can families or teams get a registration discount?
Families of three or more registering together can receive a discount. Teams of ten or more save per person.
Is the course changing this year?
A new route is being developed for 2026; route details are not yet provided.
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