Whether you run or walk, the entire family will enjoy holiday fun and fitness at the Downtown in December SandRidge Santa Run, on Saturday December 5. The SandRidge Santa Run includes a 5K run, a One-Mile Fun Run and a Santa Claus Kid’s Dash, as well as cash prizes for best costumed runners. All runs begin and end at Leadership Square, 211 N Robinson. The 5K run begins at 9 a.m., immediately followed by the Santa Claus Kid’s Dash and One-Mile Fun Run at 10 a.m.

Awards will be presented to the overall male and female 5K winners, as well as the top three finishers in each five-year age group. Best costume awards will be presented to the top three runners in costume. Best costume winners will receive cash prizes of $200 for first place, $100 for second place and $50 for third place. Voting will take place immediately after the race and will be decided by a volunteer judging panel. All runners are invited to an after party at Leadership Square at the conclusion of the runs. Runners will gather inside for treats, refreshments, surprises and an awards ceremony.

Pre-registration is being accepted now through December 4 at www.DowntownInDecember.com. Pre-registration is $25.00 or you can register on race day at Leadership Square beginning at 7 a.m. for $30.00. The One-Mile Fun Run is $5 for kids 12 and under and $10 for adults. The Santa Claus Kid’s Dash is free for ages eight and under. A special $30 Family Package is available for five people for the One-Mile Fun Run.

Proceeds from the SandRidge Santa Run benefit the Oklahoma City Police Athletic League (P.A.L.), a charter member of the National Association of Police Athletic Leagues. The National Association of Police Athletic Leagues is recognized as the largest juvenile crime prevention program in the nation. PAL is dedicated to reducing crime by providing safe, healthy alternatives for children from high risk neighborhoods. PAL is available to all children who wish to participate.

The run is sanctioned by USA Track and Field, and the 5,000 meter course through Downtown Oklahoma City is certified as accurate by the Road Racing Technical Council.

SandRidge Energy Inc. is proud to be a part of Downtown in December – Downtown Oklahoma City's winter celebration. Most Downtown in December activities run from the day after Thanksgiving, November 27 through the New Year. Downtown in December is a gift from the Downtown OKC Business Improvement District and is produced by Downtown OKC Inc. Log on to www.downtownindecember.com or call the Downtown in December hotline,405-236-3640 or
1-888-OKC4Fun for a complete schedule of activities.

Website: downtownindecember.com

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