Put on a Santa suit and run for a good cause. The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle is Calgary’s best-known Christmas run, raising money to help families in need over the holidays. It celebrated its 35th year in 2025.
Santa Shuffle Calgary 2026: Quick Facts
| Date | Saturday, December 5, 2026 (listed) |
| Distances | 5K Fun Run and 1K Elf Walk |
| Organizer | The Salvation Army |
| Cause | Christmas help for families and individuals in need |
What to Expect
Runners and walkers dress up as Santa, elves and reindeer. The 1K Elf Walk is made for kids and families. Register on the official Santa Shuffle site.
More Festive Fun
See how to give back at Christmas and what’s on this weekend.
Related: giving back, free things to do.
Part of: Calgary Christmas Guide 2026
