Galena, Illinois
SantaCon 2026
SantaCon is coming to Galena — and it’s unlike any other in the country!
Travelers, SantaCon pros, and holiday enthusiasts—get ready for a full-day, small-town experience packed with charm, community, and festive energy.
This December, join the first-ever Galena SantaCon, set against the backdrop of one of the Midwest’s most picturesque historic downtowns. The day kicks off with an inclusive SantaCon 5K along Galena’s iconic Main Street, welcoming runners, walkers, and participants of all abilities. Whether you sprint, stroll, or roll, everyone is invited to take part (in full Santa attire, of course 🎅). All racers will receive a branded Santa hat to wear throughout the day.
The event is part of Galena’s beloved Holidaze Festival, meaning your SantaCon experience extends far beyond the race. Enjoy holiday markets, seasonal activities, and a magical evening capped off by the Fire in the Sky fireworks display at dusk.
When the sun goes down, the celebration continues with a SantaCon-style evening experience when local bars and restaurants throughout downtown Galena will offer exclusive food and drink specials for participants, creating a lively and festive atmosphere to wrap up the day.
This event is hosted by Audible Visions, a nonprofit dedicated to making experiences more accessible for individuals with vision loss and other disabilities. Proceeds from the event will be split 50/50 with the Galena ARC Arts & Recreation Center, supporting both accessibility initiatives and community programming.
Come for the SantaCon and stay for the full holiday experience.
Make Galena your next SantaCon destination.
Meet at 9 am on Main Street (the official start location together with the ticket link will be available nearer the time).
For all ages (family friendly). Tickets required:
Registration / TicketsGet more info from the link below: