On Christmas Eve my parents and I participated in the Run Run Santa 1-Miler in Viera, Florida! This is the second time we've done this race, the first time being back in 2018. It's a really cute festive race (and we all know that I love a festive race) and it's the perfect way to spend the morning of Christmas Eve!

With your registration you get a Santa suit and the intention is that you'll wear it during the 1-mile run. This creates a great big crowd of running Santas and it's honestly such a blast. Folks will also dress up as other Christmas favorites like the Grinch. It's such a fun time because everyone is in great spirits and so excited that it's finally Christmas Eve!

Because I performed so well during the Rock n' Roll Savannah 1-Miler in November, I was considering also trying to push myself and see how fast I could run the mile, while rocking a Santa suit 😂 However, race day was the first day that we were in Florida after a two day road trip to my parent's house and my energy levels were just not there, so I decided to just take it easy and enjoy the run!

The Santa suit isn't the most comfortable running getup in the world, and the shorts kept constantly falling down and ripping 😂 While it's fun that you're given a Santa suit with your registration, they aren't the most high quality running garments in the world so I highly recommend ensuring that you're wearing comfortable running gear underneath! Use the Santa suit as more of a decorative top layer on race morning!

The race itself is a quick loop of the immediate area, making a bit of a horseshoe shape. There's not much to say about the course of a 1-Miler, but there was some crowd cheering on the runners on the course, and even a little "snow" machine going which was so much fun to see in Florida!

I think the big draw for this race would have to be the after party. There was such great atmosphere - a DJ & dancing, plenty of breakfast treats, photo opportunities, and there were so many prizes for the folks who ran the fastest! I think having such a short distance race during such a festive time of year really made the post-race party so much fun.

On top of all of that, you do receive a medal for completing the run! The medals are usually such great quality as well, and that's above and beyond anything I would expect for a 1-Mile race! This year's medal featured two candy canes with the logo in the center, and the ribbon was green with white stars and snowflakes!

Ultimately, I have a blast every single time we do this race. It's something active to kick off the Christmas holiday, and ultimately a great activity that the entire family can participate in. If you're in the area of Viera on Christmas Eve, definitely give it a go! 🎅🏻