Santa Run 2026

A festive 4km Santa Run at the University of Nottingham's sports village, open to students, staff and the local community.

University of Nottingham Sport hosts a 4km Santa Run where participants can walk, jog or run the route in festive spirit. All runners receive a complimentary Santa hat and a unique Santa Run medal at the finish. There are two waves: Wave 1 with registration from 9.45am, warm-up at 10am and the run beginning at 10am, and Wave 2 with registration from 10.45am, warm-up at 11am and the run beginning at 11am. Entry is free for students living in Active Living Halls, and volunteers are also sought to marshal the route.