Santa Will Run for Beer 5K-ish

Santa Will Run for Beer 5K-ish takes place in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in Northampton County, on December 5, 2026. The single format is a 3.1-mile run starting at 12:00 PM, and participants are invited to show up in Santa costumes. The event begins at a local bar and the route includes stops at several bars along the way, with free beers for the first 24 participants at each stop. Discounted drinks and extra free beers are also offered, in particular for those who donate toys to Toys for Tots. After the run, everyone gathers at a nearby pub with live music and festivities.

Do not expect a chip-timed personal best here: the distance is approximate by design and the bar stops set the rhythm of the day. This is a social road run for groups of friends, walkers welcome, and the only preparation you really need is comfortable shoes and a costume that survives a few miles. If you are running regularly, treat it as an easy day in your week and enjoy the season.