Liverpool Santa Dash time, date, route and how to get involved

The annual BTR Santa Dash returns to Liverpool's city centre once again.

Runners will don their best Father Christmas suits in red or blue to take part in one of the longest-established Santa Runs in the UK. The race raises vital funds for charities including Alder Hey Children's Charity’s Surgical Neonatal Appeal, Liverpool Women's Hospital Charity, Clatterbridge Cancer Charity and more which you can see here.

Runners are greeted with giant Christmas characters along the way and a flurry of snow right on the finish line. There's no time limit to complete the course so you can enjoy the day at your own pace.

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You can register for the Santa Dash here but below is everything you need to know for the 2023 event.

When is the Liverpool Santa Dash?

The Santa Dash kicks off in Liverpool on Sunday, December 3, at 9:30am.

What is the route?

The 5K route flows through the city centre passing through the Royal Albert Dock and back along the main waterfront roads before turning into the tightly packed streets to finish in front of the Town Hall.

You can see a map of the run below.

How much does it cost to enter?

The standard red suit entry fee is £25 adult Santa suits are one size only. Blue suit entries are currently sold out.

The standard Mini Dash entry fee is £13. Child Santa suits are available in ages five - eight and 9 -14. Child suits are available in red only.

There is no reduced fee if you already own a suit.

Can kids enter the Santa Dash?

There is a child-friendly event suitable primarily for kids up to 12 years old.

Parents and guardians do not need to enter but are required to