Santa Run 2026
Registrations are now open for the All Life Chances Santa Run 2026
Gather your friends & family and sign up for the Santa Run!
Hundreds of Santas are expected to fill Aberdeen city centre on Sunday 15 November 2026 as the All Life Chances Santa Run joins Aberdeen's Christmas Parade to kick off the festive season.
As one of the first major festive events to take place on Aberdeen's revamped Union Street, the family-friendly run invites people of all ages to don a Santa suit and enjoy a fun-filled dash through the city centre while supporting local children, young people and families.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 15 November 2026
Registration & Santa Suit collection: 3.30 - 4.45pm. 40 Chapel Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1SP
Start time: Warm Up - 5.10pm. Race start - 5.25pm
Start location: Albyn Place
Finish location: Castlegate
The route is fully accessible and suitable for all ages and abilities, including wheelchair users and those with pushchairs.
Registration costs:
£15 per adult 16+
£10 per child 15 & under
£20 adult wheelchair user (16+) & parent/carer
£15 child wheelchair user (15 & under) & parent/carer
£33 - small family - one adult & two children
£45 - family - two adults & two children
Registration includes:
Santa suit
Bib number
Commemorative participation medal
Bottle of water
Every registration helps support All Life Chances' work across Aberdeen, helping children, young people and families access opportunities, overcome challenges and build brighter futures.
Secure your place and join hundreds of Santas for a festive evening of fun, community spirit and fundraising in the heart of Aberdeen.