Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & 5K
Participants can run or walk courses ranging from a half marathon and quarter marathon to a 5K, children's 1K run, and a diaper dash for crawling babies. Along the course, runners are motivated by live bands, volunteers, and cheer squads, with running Santa markers at every mile. Festivities also feature a holiday costume contest, finish-line celebrations, and a toy drive supporting local children.
Sun, Dec 13, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Neighborhood
Channel Islands Harbor
Parking
Parking for the start of the 5K, Finish Line, Kid’s Events and Expo is located at the Marine Emporium Landing, 3600 Cabezone Cir. Oxnard, 93035. There are no shuttles taking 5k runners from the Palms Shopping center to the 5k start in the morning. 5k’ers must park at Marine Emporium Landing if you expect to make it to your start on time.
Accessibility
Walkers and strollers are welcome within the 4-hour time limit. Strollers start at the back.
Pets
A friendly dog on a leash is allowed on the 5K only.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Register online ahead of time because there is no race-day registration, though you can still sign up at packet pickup the day before if your event hasn't sold out.
- If you're running the 5K, park at Marine Emporium Landing, because no morning shuttles run from The Palms to the 5K start.
- Half and Quarter Marathon runners should park at The Palms outlets and arrive early, since the morning shuttles to the start lines leave only from there.
- Pick up your packet at the free Saturday expo, because race-day pickup and having your bib mailed both cost extra.
- Come ready for any weather, because the race goes ahead rain or shine and there are no refunds.
Special Events & Promotions
- Referral program: earn money back for every three runners who use your code, up to running free (Diaper Dash and Kids 1K entries excluded).
- Group discount for teams of five or more who register together.
- Donation discount: a tax-deductible donation takes money off your registration.
- Race-day packet pickup for an extra fee if you can't make the free Saturday expo.
- Bib and chip mailed to you for an extra fee, offered until November 24.
Links & Contact
Run by Fast Green Racing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I walk the course or push a stroller?
Yes. Walkers are welcome within the 4-hour time limit, and sections of the course reopen to traffic as the race moves along. Strollers are allowed, but please start toward the back.
Can I bring my dog?
A friendly dog on a leash can walk the 5K with you. Dogs are not allowed in the other races.
Where should I park?
Half and Quarter Marathon runners park at The Palms outlets and take shuttles to their start line. Parking for the 5K, Kids 1K, finish line and expo is at Marine Emporium Landing.
Is there a costume contest?
Yes. There are costume prizes for the Half and Relay, the 5K and the Kids Run.
How can I volunteer?
Sign up on the volunteer page. Volunteers get a Santa to the Sea volunteer t-shirt.
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