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Seasonal & Holidays

Thousands of Santas Invade the Streets of Chicago!

Start your holiday season out right with this family friendly, charitable event on Saturday, December 2nd

Don’t be a Scrooge and register to participate in the 9th annual Chicago Santa Hustle 5K race, which kicks off at Soldier Field.

Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle! The Santa Hustle 5K and Kids Dash returns on December 2, 2017. You don’t want to miss this magical race, which begins and ends at Soldier Field. The Santa Hustle creates an exciting environment for participants and spectators while embracing the reason for the season.

This year’s 5k participants will receive a Santa hat, beard and shirt to wear while running, a 5K finisher medal, and new for 2017 – candy cane socks! Kids’ Dash participants will receive a Santa hat and beard, a race bib and finisher ribbon.

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According to the Santa Hustle Race Series founder, Aaron Del Mar, “The Santa Hustle atmosphere is unlike any other, and is so much more than just a race-it's a true holiday experience.”

Matt's cookies and candy stations, along with holiday music and cheer will abound along the course. Immediately following the race will be an epic after party hosted at Navy Pier! Thousands of people participate in this race each year, and the holiday fun only grows!

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Santa Hustle also makes a difference in the lives of others. The Santa Hustle 5k and Kids Dash will be supporting the American Cancer Society this year. The event also in an official drop-off spot for unwrapped toys for the Toys for Tots program.

For more information, visit www.santahustle.com/chicago/, call 847-829-4536, or email info@santahustle.com.

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