Paw Paw Rotary 5K Santa Run

600 E. Michigan Avenue, Paw Paw MI

Saturday, December 14th, 2024

🎉 Get into the Holiday Spirit with Exercise & Fun!

The Paw Paw Area Rotary Club is hosting its 13th Annual 5K Santa Run and 1-Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at Freshwater Community Church. Proceeds from the Run will be used to further the Rotary Club’s efforts both locally & worldwide.

🎅 Participant Perks

Costume: Each participant receives a 5-piece Santa suit that is worn during the Run/Walk (kids under 12 receive a Santa hat).
Donation: A $100 donation will be made to Rotary International's WASH program on behalf of the men's and the women's 1st place runners.
Impact: Rotary's WASH initiative works to bring clean water, sanitation and hygiene programs worldwide to communities in need.
Fun Element: Enjoy a pre-run party with live music, treats, and time to visit with friends.

🕘 Event Schedule

Registration: Onsite registration and event sign-in from 7:30—8:30 a.m.
5K Run: Starts at 9:00 a.m.
Fun Walk: Begins at 9:05 a.m.

💲 Cost

Early Registration: $25 Early online registration (until Wednesday, December 10th, 2024).
Day of Registration: $30 Onsite register day of event (after December 10th, 2024 online registration will be closed).
Kids: Under 12—FREE.
Awards: Every Santa who participates is a winner and will receive a medal upon completion.

📍 Event and Onsite Registration

Early arrival is encouraged! Event and onsite registration will be at Freshwater Community Church. Pick up your Santa suit and enjoy live holiday music. Face painting will again be provided. Don't forget to pick up a healthy snack after the race.

🌩️ Bad Weather Policy

The run will be canceled by 7:30 a.m. on race day if the weather is too severe. There will be no refunds.

🐕 Other Information

Course Policy: Dogs are not allowed on the course.
Stroller Policy: All walkers and participants with strollers will be required to wait until all runners have crossed the start line.