Sunday, November 23rd
Join us on Sunday, November 23, 2025, for Toronto’s most festive 5K run — the official kickoff to The Original Santa Claus Parade.
The Most Festive, Most Fun 5k run in Toronto. Starting just prior to The Original Santa Claus Parade and following the parade route to the finish line on Wellington St. just East of Yonge St. with over a half million spectators to cheer you along the way. Dress for the season, and support a great event.
Registration is capped at 2,500 participants.
The event sold out last year, so register now to avoid disappointment.
The Parade Run begins just before the parade and follows the full parade route, finishing at our new end point on Wellington Street, just east of Yonge. With over half a million spectators lining the streets, this is the most spirited run you’ll ever experience.
Dress for the season, support a great event, and run straight into the holiday spirit.
Key details:
- All runners receive a custom winter hat and a finisher medal
- Participants must be at least 8 years old; those under 10 must run with an adult
- Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable unless processed through the Race Roster platform
- Please note: the course is subject to change
Ready to Run? We'll see you at the start line on November 23rd!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Holly Jolly Fun Run
Price changes in 2 months 8 days-
A Festive and Fun 5k run on the Santa Claus Parade route with over half a million spectators.
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Register for Holly Jolly Fun Run$72.38Now registering Aug 18 – Oct 30
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$77.77Oct 31 – Nov 19
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Kit Pick Up
Location:
Goodlife Fitness (7 Station Street, Toronto ON)
Getting from the TTC at Union Station to the GoodLife Fitness at 7 Station Street is very simple, as the gym is located within the Union Station complex itself. You can do this without even having to go outside.
- Exit the subway platform. Follow the signs for the main station concourse (the "Great Hall") and GO Transit.
- Head towards the York Street side of the station. You'll be following signs for the SkyWalk and Scotiabank Arena.
- Look for the entrance to the gym. GoodLife Fitness at 7 Station Street is located on the street level, near the UP Express train station. The entrance is easily accessible from the main concourse area of Union Station.
If you somehow end up outside on York Street, the address is 7 Station Street, which is a small street that runs parallel to York Street, right next to the Scotiabank Arena and the west side of Union Station.
Hours:
Friday November 21st 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday November 22nd noon to 5:00 PM
There is No Race Day Kit-pick-up.
If picking up for a team, have all the bib #'s and names ready on a list.
(it takes time to collect multiple bibs)
Timing
Only participants who are wearing a race bib will be allowed to participate. Timing will be provided by Chip Time results. Each km will be marked. Please list important medical and contact information on the back of your bib.
Start Line/Finish Line Info
Start Line: 11:45 AM SHARP! at 625 Bloor St West, between Palmerston Ave. and Euclid Ave. Water will be available at the start. There will be limited toilets placed nearby (location TBD)
Getting to the Start Line: The best way is to take the subway and exit on the Bloor line at the Bathurst or Christie stations. From Bathurst station, walk west 4 to 5 minutes. From Christie, walk east 5 minutes. We strongly encourage you to use the TTC. For info: Please go to www.ttc.ca
Finish Line: Is on Wellington St. just east of Yonge St. You will be able to retrieve your bag; and water, PowerAde, bananas, and pita, will be available for participants only. We hope you will stay to enjoy the parade.
Bag Check
Participants can check their bag at the Budget van at the start line. Your bag will be transported to the finish line. Please make sure your bag tag is attached on the outside of the bag. (do this the night before)
THE BAG TRUCK WILL DEPART AT 11:25 AM SHARP! If your bag is not on the truck by that time it will NOT be transported to the finish line. Please do not pack any valuables.
Please check our website for race details and updates.
Thank you for your support and we wish you all a fun day!
Contact information
- Event contact
- Jay Glassman
- Website
- Visit website
