Run Santa Run 5K

Cranberry's Jolliest Race!

Join hundreds of runners and walkers as we turn South Park into a sea of Santas and elves! We sell out every year; sign up early to secure your spot at the start. Bring your Santa suits, elf ears, and holiday cheer!

20 Years Supporting Amachi Pittsburgh:

Participants are invited to bring an unwrapped toy or make a donation to Amachi Pittsburgh, helping local kids in need. More info below!

Events

The Original Holiday Race

$35 $30 9:10AM EST - 10:30AM EST Registration Opens July 25, 2025 at 12:00am EDT

$30 $25 9:15AM EST - 10:30AM EST Perfect for everyone!

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Holiday fun for the Little Ones

$15 9:00AM EST - 10:30AM EST Get little ones to get involved and celebrate the season.

Open to ages 10 and under.

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Bring the whole family:

Run Santa Run 5K – The original - 3.1 miles of jolly.
Jolly Mile – Big fun, shorter distance.
Kids’ Reindeer Ramble – Get the littles in the spirit. Ages 10 and under only.

Race Day Schedule:

9:00 AM – Reindeer Ramble
9:10 AM – 5K
9:15 AM – Jolly Mile

Support Amachi Pittsburgh

Once again, GCXC is proud to support Amachi Pittsburgh. Amachi Pittsburgh raises awareness and delivers services to give children a fighting chance in Allegheny County-- when the community is knowledgeable about the challenges that they face, children have the support they need to thrive. This awareness creates policy-level change so that youth are unburdened from a system that has made them more vulnerable to the criminal justice system.

Please help us support Amachi by donating during your registration or by bringing an unwrapped toy for a child aged infant through 18 years old. These gifts will be distributed to children throughout the county during December and hopefully bring them a sense of support and joy during the holiday season.