Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic 2026 — Wakefield, MA

Date
December 19, 2026
Location
Wakefield, MA
Venue
Lakeside Inn, Wakefield, MA
Start Time
10:00 AM
Sunrise
7:09 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $35.00
Events
Kid's Fun Run, 5k
Includes
Winter Gear (TBD)
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The Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic is a running event featuring a 5K distance held on December 19, 2026, in Wakefield, Massachusetts at the Lakeside Inn. The race starts at 10:00 AM with entry fees ranging from $0.00 to $35.00.

From the Race Organizer
🎅🏃‍♀️ Join us for the 5th Annual Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic! 🎄 Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate the holiday season around beautiful Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield, MA! Our flat, fast 5K course is perfect for runners and walkers of all abilities. 👟 10:00 AM — FREE Kids Fun Run 🏃 10:30 AM — Santa Dash 5K Run/Walk But this race is about more than just crossing the finish line — it’s about giving back to our community. ❤️ Every dollar raised through the Santa Dash Classic supports scholarships for local high school seniors. Since 2022, this event has helped the Mystic Runners award fourteen $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from Wakefield, Woburn, Reading, and Stoneham. 🎓 Help us keep the tradition going! Join us for a fun-filled morning with family, friends, and fellow runners — and help us give back to the next generation. 🎅 Run. Walk. Celebrate. Give back. We can't wait to see you at the 2026 Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic! Early bib pickup will be at the Lakeside Inn, 595 North Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880. Friday, December 18th - 5:00-7:00pm You will be able to register the morning of the event!

Course & Travel Notes

Sunrise on race day is at 7:09 AM, with the Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic starting at 10:00 AM in Wakefield, Massachusetts. The venue sits at 118 feet elevation. December typically brings average highs of 43°F and lows of 24°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 40% of days. Boston Logan International Airport is located 10.5 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 118 ft elevation☀️ Typically 43°F / 24°F · 40% chance of rain✈️ Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) — 10.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic 2026 — Wakefield, MA?

Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic 2026 — Wakefield, MA takes place on December 19, 2026. The race is held in Wakefield, Massachusetts.

Where is Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic 2026 — Wakefield, MA held?

Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic 2026 — Wakefield, MA is held at Lakeside Inn, Wakefield, MA in Wakefield, Massachusetts.

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