Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k
When is Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k?
Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Niagara Falls, NY.
What distances does Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k offer?
Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k offers 3 events: 1 Mile Walk (untimed), 5k Santa Dash, 5k Student.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Walk (untimed) | 1.0 mi | $10.00 | Register |
| 5k Santa Dash | 3.1 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| 5k Student | 3.1 mi | $15.00 | Register |
How much does Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k cost?
Registration for Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k starts at $10.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k held?
Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k is held in Niagara Falls, NY at Niagara Falls Convention Center.
About Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k
Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5K
Saturday, December 5th @ 9:00am
*NEW THIS YEAR*
The Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5K is a part of the Jingle Falls Weekend Events!!
COSTUMED RUNNERS ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED!
Cash prizes for the best holiday themed outfits
The first 100 REGISTERED runners are guaranteed a t-shirt.
Register by November 6th to GUARANTEE your shirt size.
(Registrations after November 6th might still receive a t-shirt, but there’s no guarantee it will be in your size.)
HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS: You can register up to 10 runners for only $100!
Choose “5k Student” and then scroll down to “Multi-Person Pricing.”
Some exclusions may apply.
City parking is FREE during Jingle Falls Weekend!
Stick around after the race for all of the fun Post-Race Party activities, but also join in on the Jingle Falls activities that will also be going on:
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NF’s Makers Market
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Breakfast with Santa (NOT led by NPAL)
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Be sure to snap a pic next to the lit Christmas tree!
Details
Race Day Packet Pickup & In Person Registration
When: Saturday December 5th
7:00am - 8:45am
Where: NEW LOCATION!
Niagara Falls Convention Center - outside of Cascades Ballroom
101 Old Falls St.; Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Included in the Race Fee:
- Special raffle for all registered runners
- After-race party with food & coffee, music by Nicholas Picholas, Gift Card Auction, & Awards Ceremony
- Awards
- Overall Male/Female Runner
- Top 3 male/female finishers in each group
- 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Awards for Specialty Divisions!
Doughnut Cup Challenge for:
Law Enforcement personnel
First Responders Challenge for all Fire, EMTs and Medical Personnel
Educators Division
High School Classic for teams of 5 (five) runners based on cross country scoring.
The winner in each special group will claim the traveling trophy for the year
100% of the proceeds benefit Niagara PAL Youth Programs.
Run Course
The course has been updated this year to start & end at the Convention Center.
It is still a sanctioned 5k with a similar route!!
Enjoy a scenic route along the upper Niagara to the Old Stone Chimney then back along Riverwalk and Riverway.
Click the link to download race route: USATF Certificate - NY26012JJ
