Binghamton Santa Run

Save the Date

Date

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Race Start Time

11:00 AM

Santa's Little Helper Race Start Time:

10:00 AM

Walk/Run Details

Presented by local Toyota Dealerships Empire, Gault, and Williams Toyota, this joyful 5K walk/run is more than just a 5k—it’s a cherished holiday tradition and a way to support St. John the Evangelist School. Launched in 2011 as New York State’s inaugural Santa Run, it has since become a festive highlight, drawing runners of all ages to celebrate the season with fun and cheer!

Save the Date:

Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Registration Opens: 9:00 AM
Race Start Time: 11:00 AM
Start Line: Court Street in front of Boscov's Department Store, 11 Court St, Binghamton, NY 13901

Pricing:

On or before November 26, 2025: $30/runner
- Includes long sleeve shirt, Santa hat, and picture with santa!
On or after November 27, 2025: $35/runner
- Cannot guarantee shirt

Event Highlights:

Registered 5K Race Through Downtown Binghamton
Walkers welcome: This 5k race is a family-friendly event where we welcome runners and walkers alike so everyone can join the fun!
Santa's Little Helper Race: Starting at 10:00 AM sharp on the west side of Court Street Bridge, this 1/4 mile kids run for all of Santa's Little Helpers and future marathoners. This starts at 10:00 a.m. No registration necessary!!!
Costume Contest: Show off your holiday spirit by dressing up as Santa, Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, reindeer, elves, dreidels, menorahs, ornaments, trees, or any other festive character. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative costumes!

Additional Race Info

Check In

Race Day Check-In:
Check in is between 9:00am-10:45am inside the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 225 Water Street, Binghamton, NY 13901

Early Packet Pick Up:
Saturday, December 13th, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Confluence Running in Johnson City (130 Oakdale Road, Johnson City, NY 13790).

Course Details

Click here for Course Map
Start / Finish Location: Court Street Bridge (in front of Boscov's)
Start Elevation: 855ft
Max Elevation: 909ft
Course Directions:
- West on Court Street over Court Street Bridge
- Left on Front Street
- Right on Riverside Drive
- Right on Beethoven Street
- Right on Main Street

Divisions & Prizes

Prizes Awarded to:

Competitive Santa Divisions:
- “Overall” Race Division (M/F) (6)
- 1st place - $60 Gift card
- 2nd Place - $50 Gift card
- 3rd Place - $40Gift card
Masters Division (40+) (M/F) (6)
- 1st Place - $30 Gift card
- 2nd Place - $25 Gift card
- 3rd Place - $20 Gift card
Age Group Division (M/F) (32)
- (6-10) (11-14) (15-19) (20-29) (30-39) (40-49) (50-59) (60-69) (70+)
- 1st Place - $20 Gift card
- 2nd Place - $10 Gift card
Fun Santa Divisions:
- Additions to this division are limited only by the imagination of the runners!! Our prize Elves are always on the lookout for spirited
  runners out on the course. Past awards have included…Best Dressed Santa, Best Dressed Group, Christmas cutie (girl and boy), Mrs. Claus, Christmas PJs, Christmas couple, etc!

Parking

Limited Parking is available at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (lots both next to hotel and on opposite side of street from hotel). Parking a short walk away is is also available at the State St Garage at 142 State St or Hawley Garage at 119 Washington St.

Refunds

Refund Policy: The event will take place rain, snow or shine and refunds will not be issued based on weather conditions. All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Whether you’re a serious runner, a casual jogger, or just in it for the holiday fun, the Binghamton Santa Run offers a fantastic experience for all. Bring your family and friends for a festive run through downtown Binghamton, and create lasting memories while supporting a wonderful cause.

Join Us for the Fun! Celebrate the season, support St. John the Evangelist School, and enjoy a heartwarming day of holiday spirit at the annual Binghamton Santa Run!

Get Excited!

Presented By

Thank you to our local Toyota Dealers Gault Toyota, Williams Toyota of Binghamton, and Empire Toyota for your generous sponsorship of this annual event!

St. John the Evangelist School

Where We Dream, Believe and Achieve!

St. John the Evangelist School is a Catholic learning community in which students, staff and parents respect, affirm and support each other. St. John fosters academic excellence from Early Childhood through 6th Grade in a Christ-Centered atmosphere that emphasizes Christian love. Through education and the daily living of our faith, each child will leave our doors with the intellectual and moral foundation on which to build a successful future.

Prizes!

So Many Prizes & So Much Fun
Best Costumes, Top Finishes, Most Spirited Groups and more...

Best Dressed Group
Naughty Santa
Merriest Elf
Group Spirit
Best Christmas PJs

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Support

This event would not be possible without the help of our community. From financial sponsors, donations for our raffle, volunteers for coordination and day of support, this is a huge team effort and we can always use additional help!