Salty Santa 5K 2026 — Hutchinson, KS

Salty Santa 5K Saturday, December 5 | 8:00 AM Forget the snow - bring on the salt! Join us for the first-ever Salty Santa 5K , a one-of-a-kind holiday adventure 650 feet underground at Strataca. This festive underground run is packed with Christmas spirit, nostalgia, and a little underground magic. Imagine the excitement of Christmas morning, the charm of holiday traditions, and the thrill of exploring a salt mine—all rolled into one unforgettable experience. 🎅 Costumes are highly encouraged! Break out the Santa suits, ugly Christmas sweaters, reindeer antlers, elf costumes, holiday pajamas, or your favorite vintage Christmas-inspired attire. The more festive, the better! This Isn't Your Average 5K This unique course takes you through the cool, dimly lit tunnels of an active salt mine, creating a holiday experience unlike any other. All participants must bring: A helmet (bike helmets work great) A flashlight or headlamp Helmets are required and will be inspected before entry. Important Details No participants under age 8. Ages 8–18 must be accompanied by an adult. Select your starting heat during registration. Each heat is limited to 30 participants. Run or walk at your own pace. Walkers are encouraged to choose an earlier heat. Participants remaining on the course after 12:00 PM may be transported to the finish line. This is a fun run. Clocks will be available at the start and finish for self-timing. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled heat to pick up your race packet. Late arrivals may be moved to the final available heat. Gather your friends, don your holiday best, and experience Christmas like never before—650 feet underground. All proceeds benefit Strataca: Kansas Underground Salt Museum. ❄️ All purchases are final. Taxes and processing fees apply.