Santa in the City London 5th Dec 2024 - The Lily Foundation
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Four Lily Fundraisers, laughing, covered in mud at a Tough Mudder event Four Lily Fundraisers, laughing, covered in mud at a Tough Mudder event

Santa in the City London 5th Dec 2024

Runners in Santa suits taking part in a London Santa run for charity

5k/fun run

Location: London

Date: 5 Dec 2024

Sign-up fee: £10

Fundraising pledge: £100

Run with Santa this Christmas in a seasonal charity race

Prepare to start the Christmas celebrations by taking part in Santa in the City! Perfect for runners of all abilities, this seasonal 3.5km charity fun run is one of the most popular Santa races in the UK. Taking place on Thursday 5th December, whether you dash, jog or walk along the route, you’ll get in the Christmas spirit as you pass by many iconic London landmarks. (We recommend this race for runners aged 16+; check out Santa in the City Tunbridge Wells on Saturday 7th December for a more family-friendly fundraiser!)

The relatively flat route starts beside the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral in Paternoster Square. Take in the mesmerising views as you run along the north bank of the Thames before crossing over the water. Enjoy seeing iconic landmarks like the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe before you make your back to where you started in Paternoster Square.

Every entry includes:

  • FREE 5-piece Santa suit (hat, beard, jacket, trousers and belt).
  • Limited edition medal to commemorate your success.

Sign up today through our partner, Run For Charity, to secure your spot. But hurry – registration closes on Tuesday 26th November.

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By running a Santa race this Christmas you’ll ensure that The Lily Foundation can keep providing support for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. once you’ve secured your place, we’ll be in touch to make sure you have everything you need for a splendid seasonal sprint.

Children under 18 can take part for free, however a parent or guardian needs to complete the registration form ahead of the event.

Any questions? Get in touch with Claire at [email protected].