Ho. Ho. Go.The parade starts with you.
Trade the silent night for a street full of Santas. Run, walk, jingle, and kick off Ada’s Santa Parade with your favorite people.
DateSaturday, December 5
Time10:00 AM
PlaceAda Village, Michigan
The fun partDash at the front of the parade
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The parade starts with you.
Why watch the holiday cheer go by when you can lead it into town? The Santa Dash is an untimed run or walk at the front of Ada’s Santa Parade. Bring your people, suit up, and give the crowd something to cheer about.
All the merry feels
Snowy streets, waving neighbors, and a whole parade behind you. This is the kind of holiday morning your crew will talk about all winter.
- ❄Jingle through Ada Village in a sea of Santas
- ❄Wave to the crowd before the parade rolls in
- ❄Take home a medal and a story worth retelling
On Santa’s list for 2026
Pull on your Santa suit and find your place at the front of the parade. Walk, run, or stroll together. Every pace brings the cheer.
- ❄Saturday, December 5 at 10:00 AM
- ❄A Santa suit and medal for every participant
- ❄Untimed fun with the parade right behind you
The need-to-snow.
Got questions? We are making a list. We will update these answers as the 2026 plans are confirmed.
RegisterWhen do we dash?
Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM in Ada Village, Michigan. The exact gathering spot and check-in schedule are still to be announced.
Do I have to run like Rudolph?
No clock, no competition. This is an untimed run or walk, so find your own merry pace. The final 2026 route and distance will be posted here.
Can my little elves join in?
Yes. The Santa Dash is a family-friendly event. We will share the 2026 details for kids and accompanying adults here.
Are Santa suits and medals in the sleigh?
Yes! Every participant gets a Santa suit and a medal. Suit up, dash out, and take a little holiday magic home.
How do I get on the nice list?
Head to the Santa Dash registration page and join the fun.
Don’t miss the merry.
Grab your Santa suit, bring your favorite people, and join us at the front of Ada’s Santa Parade.
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