Hundreds participated in the fifth annual Run Santa Run 5K. Runners set off on a tour of downtown Madison and had the option to stop at three holiday stations along the way.
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Runners could sign up as an elf, Santa, reindeer or a tree. Many participants were very creative with their characters and even added fun accessories to accompany their runner shirts.
A portion of the proceeds from the run went to local Dane County charities.
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Some ran with their furry friends and decked them out in holiday gear as well.
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A organizer of the 5K dressed up as the Grinch. If you beat the Grinch you received a free slice of Ian’s Pizza.
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