Santarun Bern (The 8th Santarun)

Santarun Bern (The 8th Santarun) is a Santa-themed community run held in Bern, with the 2026 edition scheduled for 27 November 2026. The event sends participants through Bern's festive Old Town where runners are invited to wear Santa outfits and embrace seasonal traditions. Families, clubs and companies are all encouraged to take part, and the organisers highlight group discounts and corporate bookings for team experiences. The event partners with Winterhilfe Kanton Bern to offer free starts for people living in poverty, underlining its charitable community focus.

Registration for the 2026 Santarun closes on 26 November 2026 and entries are processed via the official santarunbern.ch website. The registration page notes that 2025 entries are closed and advises teams to register early, with group payments due by 20 November 2026. Practical information on arrival, route and an accommodation offer at The Bristol is provided on the event site, and participants are urged to consult the organiser for detailed timing and logistics. For enquiries the event is operated by Markus Ryffel's AG and the public contact email is [email protected].