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Fun Run with Santa - Mini Athletics SE Wales
About
A one-hour Santa fun run is at Cardiff Metropolitan University - Cyncoed Campus on 5 December 2026. It is for ages 1–10 and includes a warm-up, lap stickers, a medal and a photo with Santa.
What to expect
The 60-minute event is on an indoor athletics track, is for 1–10 year olds, and asks you to lace up your running shoes.
- Cheer Santa’s Guard of Honour
- Join the Wake Up Santa Warm-Up
- Run, jog or walk for 20 minutes
- Each 400m lap earns a running-card sticker
- Try to beat your total next year
- Receive your medal from Santa
- Take a photo with Santa and medal
- Under-6s need an adult on the track
Questions
When does Fun Run with Santa - Mini Athletics SE Wales start and end?
Fun Run with Santa - Mini Athletics SE Wales runs Saturday, 5 December 2026, 14:00 until 15:00.
Where is Fun Run with Santa - Mini Athletics SE Wales?
Fun Run with Santa - Mini Athletics SE Wales takes place at Cardiff Metropolitan University - Cyncoed Campus, Cyncoed Road, Cardiff, Cardiff.
How much are tickets for Fun Run with Santa - Mini Athletics SE Wales?
Tickets for Fun Run with Santa - Mini Athletics SE Wales cost from £4 on the official ticket shop.
What happens during the event?
The event lasts 60 minutes.
Santa’s Guard of Honour: cheer Santa’s grand entrance.
Wake Up Santa Warm-Up: help wake Santa.
Fun Run: run, jog or walk for 20 minutes.
Each 400m lap earns a sticker on your running card.
Try to beat your total next year.
Santa’s Medal Presentation: receive your medal from Santa.
Photo Opportunity: take a photo with Santa and your medal.
How do I book?
Book through Eventbrite:
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Getting there
Cardiff Metropolitan University - Cyncoed Campus, Cyncoed Road, Cardiff, CF23 6XD Cardiff, Wales, GB
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