# Las Vegas Great Santa Run & Family Walk > Event for families in the Las Vegas–Henderson–North Las Vegas area (NV). Times are Pacific Time. - When: Sat, Dec 5 · 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM - Where: Downtown Las Vegas Events Center & Fremont East, 200 S 3rd St, Las Vegas, NV 89101 - Ages: All ages (Children under 5 free with registered adult) - Price: $40-$45 registration includes 5-piece Santa suit & medal; kids under 5 in strollers participate free - Organizer: Opportunity Village - Official page: https://www.opportunityvillage.org/events/great-santa-run - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/las-vegas/activities/las-vegas-great-santa-run-and-family-walk--listing-75e8c2a785eb8756bf84eee1 ## About One of the most cheerful holiday spectacles in the nation, the Las Vegas Great Santa Run gathers thousands of community members of all ages dressed from head to toe in red Santa suits to support Opportunity Village. Taking over the car-free streets of Downtown Las Vegas, the event includes a 5K competitive run and an accessible 1-mile fun walk specifically geared for families, toddlers in strollers, and four-legged furry friends. Every participant receives a five-piece Santa suit, runner's medal, and treats. Along the course, families enjoy energetic performances by marching bands, caroling elves, stilt walkers, and celebrity grand marshals, culminating in a giant confetti party. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Entire 1-mile fun walk and 5K courses follow wide, flat, paved downtown streets with zero stairs or barriers. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated family support zones and portable family comfort stations positioned at the start and finish plaza. • Age Suitability: Open to all ages; infants in strollers participate free. • Sensory Tips: High festive energy, sea of red suits, brass bands, and cheering crowds create an uplifting, vibrant community celebration. ## Similar picks in Las Vegas - [Las Vegas Great Santa Run](https://grassyknees.com/las-vegas/activities/las-vegas-great-santa-run--listing-d206668e350ce51cfe2969b6) — Sat, Dec 5 · 12:30 PM · Opportunity Village Magical Forest · All ages · From $52.50 · checked Oct 16. 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