Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k 2026 — Niagara Falls, NY

Date
December 5, 2026
Location
Niagara Falls, NY
Venue
Niagara Falls Convention Center
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
7:32 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $30.00
Events
5k Santa Dash, 5k Student, 1 Mile Walk (untimed), 1 Mile Family Fun Walk Student with Guardian (untimed)
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k takes place at Niagara Falls Convention Center in Niagara Falls, New York on December 5, 2026, with a typical start time of 9:00 AM. The event offers a 1 mile distance and entry fees range from $0.00 to $30.00.

From the Race Organizer
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: NF’s Makers Market Breakfast with Santa (NOT led by NPAL) Be sure to snap a pic next to the lit Christmas tree!

Course & Travel Notes

The Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k takes place on December 5, 2026, in Niagara Falls, New York, at an elevation of 577 feet with a 9:00 AM start time, which is after the 7:32 AM sunrise. Niagara Falls International Airport is located 6 miles from the venue. December in Niagara Falls typically sees average highs of 38°F and average lows of 25°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 52% of days.

⛰️ 577 ft elevation☀️ Typically 38°F / 25°F · 52% chance of rain✈️ Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) — 6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k 2026 — Niagara Falls, NY?

Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k 2026 — Niagara Falls, NY takes place on December 5, 2026. The race is held in Niagara Falls, New York.

Where is Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k 2026 — Niagara Falls, NY held?

Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k 2026 — Niagara Falls, NY is held at Niagara Falls Convention Center in Niagara Falls, New York.

Where can I find hotels near Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k 2026 — Niagara Falls, NY?

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