SANTADASH.COM :: The official world santa dash website

This is the dashes first year but we are hoping to inspire and motivate 2,000 men, women and kids to take part at each venue. With your help, we can get there – tell your friends!

Fundraising

we really hope to take the opportunity to raise some much needed cash for the chosen charity this Christmas, it is the season of goodwill after all! Go to www.sponsorsanta.com and pledge some money today

How fit do you have to be? Do I have to run?

The vast majority of people entering will not be serious runners. Please don’t worry, there will be plenty of people to keep you company. Santa Dashing is all about taking part so if you run, jog, walk or crawl, we really don’t mind. At least you’re off the couch!

When should I enter?

As early as possible please. We would like enough time to safely send your confirmation race email.You will need to bring this confirmation email with you on the day in order to exchange it for your Santa suit.

Can I enter on the day?

Sorry, you can't. For Health and Safety reasons we need to make sure that our races do not go over their capacity and we also need to know who you are in case of a problem. We also need to ensure that we have enough water, medals and Santa Suits with us!

How do I apply?

Click here to enter online or download the entry form from this website.

How secure is the website?

This website is on a secure server. The online transactional area is completely safe and secure. We are totally committed to your safety and privacy

What happens if I enter online?

When you enter online, you will be sent a confirmation email. You must bring this with you to the race in order to get your Santa suit. Your name or names get added to the event database for Health & Safety reasons.

A number of us want to enter by entry form. Can I send one cheque to cover the lot?

That’s absolutely fine. Just make sure your friends pay you back!

Age limit?

There is no maximum age limit and you will need to be 16 or over to compete in the 5k. You will need to be 18 or over to use the online entry procedure. Kids races Competitors under 8 yrs must be accompanied by a parent / guardian who will be responsible for the child. Competitors 8-15 can run unaccompanied.

I've now entered online but I haven't recieved any confirmation email.

Don’t panic – you’re in. It might be a computer glitch. Contact us immediately at james@inmotionsport.com

I've entered by post, my cheque has been cashed but I haven't recieved any confirmation email.

Our entry coordinator, James, will send the confirmation emails out within a week of receiving the postal entries. If you do not receive your email after two weeks, please contact us at james@inmotionsport.com

My friends have recieved their confirmation emails but I haven't got mine.

Lost confirmation email?

Ill or injured?

You should not run if ill or injured for your own safety. You cannot give your number to someone else in your place. This is for insurance reasons.

I can't take part. Can I get a refund?

Sorry but we cannot give refunds. From the moment we start to organize a Santa Dash, we start to incur costs and your entry fee is invested into the cost of staging the event – barriers, toilets, numbers & pins, Santa Suits, etc. Santa Dash events are organized at cost so we cannot offer refunds.

Can someone else run instead of me?

No.They can’t for health & safety and insurance reasons. We need to know exactly who you are via your number incase of an emergency.

What time should I arrive at the venue?

Aim to get there at least an hour before the start of the Santa Dash. This will leave enough time to get parked up and allows you enough time to use the loos and pick up your Santa suit.

Do I have to register when I get there?

You will need to make your way to the start line to give us your confirmation email so we can exchange it for your Santa Suit.

What else is happening on the day?

We want the Santa Dash days to be as much fun as possible – Santa Dash events are not just about the ‘jog’ itself. There will be a lot of other activities that you can try your hand at and we’ll update the local Santa Dash pages as we get these confirmed but we’re aiming for other ‘sports taster’ events, celebrities & entertainment at every venue.

Local Santa Dash information

If you require local info on venue site, how to get there, parking and other facilities, please look at you local Santa Dash page on this web site.

Can I run with my friends?

Feel free. There is one race start for the 5k so you can line up with your friends and go around together.

I am a wheelchair user. Can I take part?

Most Santa Dash sites are suitable for wheelchair users but a few are not. Please check the information on the local Santa Dash pages.

Can I bring a buggy or a pushchair?

Again, some course are suitable and others not. Check the local information pages.

Results

Santa Dashs are not serious races so we will not be taking results, however, there will be clocks at the event so you will know how fast you’ve run.

What to wear?

Comfortable clothing and footwear is important. If you intend to jog or run, we recommend you wear footwear design for that purpose otherwise you risk injury.

Please note – no dogs, skateboarding, rollerblading, cycling etc, will be allowed on the course for health and safety reasons.