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2026 Santa Monica-Venice Christmas Run
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About
Mark your calendar and get ready to join the jolliest run in Southern California! The 49th annual Santa Monica-Venice Christmas Run returns on December 12th, 2026. Experience this historic and festive event in person as you dash down the beautiful streets of Santa Monica and Venice, California, including a long stretch along the famous Venice Beach boardwalk.
5K, 10K, Youth Run, and 1 more
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Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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Santa Monica, United States
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Where and when
Location
Ocean View Park, 2701 Barnard Wy, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA
Start times
5K: 7:00 AM10K: 8:00 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for 2026 Santa Monica-Venice Christmas Run
5K
5 km
$56.66
10K
10 km
$67.61
Youth Run
$29.28
Virtual Events
$56.66 - $67.61
5K
5 km
$56.66
10K
10 km
$67.61
Youth Run
$29.28
Virtual Events
$56.66 - $67.61
Route information
5K
There will be 1 water stop on boardwalk near Windward Avenue for runners to refresh themselves.
10K
There will be 1 water stop on boardwalk near Windward Avenue and another water stop on South Venice Blvd near Shell Avenue.
Youth Run
The Kids Run will start at the finish line on Windward Ave. Kids will run south on Pacific Ave, turn around at South Venice Blvd and finish back on Windward Ave.
What's included
🎁 Festive Holiday Swag
🏅 Merry & Bright Finishers Medal
📸 Free Finisher’s Photos
🛣️ Exclusive Course on Closed City Streets
⏱️ Professionally Timed Races
🎉 Exclusive Holiday Bash with Treats & Beverages
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Distances: 5K, 10K & Youth Run
How to get there
Ocean View Park, 2701 Barnard Wy, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA
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5K
Start Time: 7:00 AM
10K
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Youth Run
Start Time: 10:00 AM
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