The City of Grand Junction and the Kiwanis Club of Grand Junction hosts the 8th Annual Santa Cause Run on Saturday, December 9, 2023, beginning at the Amphitheater at Las Colonias. Money raised from this annual event funds inclusive playground equipment for children in Grand Junction.
The registration deadline is Wednesday, December 6 at 5 p.m. for participants to qualify to receive a race t-shirt or Santa suit. After the deadline, registrations will only be taken on race day and shirts and Santa Suits will be available while supplies last. The 5K will start at 10:15 a.m. at the Las Colonias Amphitheater with a 1K option that starts at 10 a.m. for children 11 years and under.
Runners can increase the fun for the event by participating in the 5K and registering for divisions including Mr. and Mrs. Claus, Santa and His Little Helper, and the Grinch and Max.
The first playground project completed with funds raised previously through the Santa Cause Run was a wheelchair-accessible swing installed at Canyon View Park.
Register and learn more about the Santa Cause Run 5K.