The premier holiday running event of the Virginia Peninsula is back for its 16th year! Participants can take in the sites and smells of Christmas as they race through the Busch Gardens campus. All 8K runners receive one FREE ticket to Christmas Town in 2025 and discounted day ticket to Busch Gardens good for the Spring 2026 season.


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Christmas Town Dash 8K

Enjoy the sights & sounds of Busch Gardens Christmas Town on your 8K run!

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Dasher 1/2 Mile

Kids of all ages can enjoy a shorter version of the dash in the half-mile fun run!

Don't forget to bring an unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots! For each toy you donate, receive a raffle ticket for great prizes!