Are you ready for the holidays? If you’re just not feeling in the spirit yet, you might want to put on a Santa suit and go for a three-mile run with a few thousand other Santas. Your participation benefits charity, and it’s a whole lot of fun. Even if you’re not a runner, we recommend watching this event, which is just as entertaining. Read on for the details and then shuffle on over!
Free December 7th, 2019? Then you may want to head to the town of Manchester, New Hampshire for a whole lot of festive fun.
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That’s where the annual Santa Claus Shuffle will take place, and it’s a must-see or must-do event.
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Sure, there are always running events around the Granite State but what makes this one different is that all participants are encouraged to wear Santa suits. It makes for quite a sight!
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Up for running? Then register for the race, which is 3-miles in length. It starts and finishes at Veteran’s Park.
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Along the route will be stops for chocolate, milk and cookies, candy, and maple. Yum!
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Have teeny runners in your life? They can participate, too! The Lil’ Elf Run is 100 yards in length and it’s absolutely adorable to watch.
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The Christmasy fun doesn’t end after the race…
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Stick around the area until evening for the Manchester Christmas Parade, starting at 4pm. Enjoy the dozens of twinkling cars, trailers, and more…
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…and of course, stay until the end to see the big man, Santa himself. Talk about one fun day!
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For more information and to register for the race, visit the Millennium Running website. You’ll also want to follow Millennium Running’s Facebook page to see all the latest events and photos from past races.
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Seeking out more festive fun around the Granite State? Then visit Portsmouth, which is simply a must visit this season.
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