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Save the Date for Galveston’s 11th Annual Santa Hustle

Register now to take advantage of 'Christmas in July' special pricing for this year's race on Sunday, December 18 at San Luis Resort.

A portion of the race’s proceeds will be donated to Galveston County Food Bank.
A portion of the race’s proceeds will be donated to Galveston County Food Bank. (Santa Hustle Race Series)

Registration is now open for the Santa Hustle Galveston 5K, Half Marathon and Kids’ Dash. Participants who complete registration now through Wednesday, August 31, can take advantage of the ‘Christmas in July’ special, which will save $15 off the race day price. This 11th annual race will take place at San Luis Resort on Sunday, December 18, starting at 7:30 a.m. for the Kids’ Dash, 8 a.m. for the half marathon and 8:15 a.m. for the 5K. Participants in the 5k and half marathon will receive a beanie, cozy hoodie and a finisher medal.

“The Santa Hustle atmosphere is unlike any other, and is so much more than just a race,” said SHRS race founder Aaron Del Mar. “This family-friendly event creates lasting memories while supporting a worthwhile cause.”

A portion of the race’s proceeds will be donated to Galveston County Food Bank, whose mission is to provide easy access to nutritional food for the economically disadvantaged and underserved populations of Galveston County.

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Cookie and candy stations, along with holiday music and cheer, will abound along the course. Immediately following the race, participants will jingle all the way to an awards ceremony! Thousands of people participate in this race each year, and the holiday fun only grows!

For more information, visit https://santahustle.com/galveston/, call 847-829-4536, or email info@santahustle.com.

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