Run with Santa 5K - VA

Run with Santa 5K - VA is held in Reston, Virginia, in Fairfax County, on December 6, 2026. The race starts at 8:00 AM from Reston Town Center and covers 5K (3.1 miles) on a festive, fast course. Whether you are looking to beat your personal record or simply enjoy an active morning with other runners, the course blends athletic competition with holiday atmosphere.

A fast 5K course and an early start are a good combination for a personal best attempt. In the four to six weeks beforehand, add one interval session per week (for example, 6 x 400 meters at slightly faster than goal pace) and one relaxed longer run, then reduce your volume in the final week. Newer runners can approach the race more casually: a steady effort from Reston Town Center, with a walk break if needed, is a perfectly good way to finish. Dress for a cold Virginia morning and warm up well before the 8:00 AM gun.