Skip to main content

Woodford County Santa Shuffle 5K & Kids Elf Dash

Sat December 13, 2025 Midway, KY 40347 US Directions
Join Us For Our 4th Annual Race in Historic Midway Kentucky As We Kickoff the Holiday Season Woodford County Style!
Countdown to Race Day

Events

5K Run/Walk

$22 11:00AM EST Price increases after September 30, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Kids' Elf Dash

$0 10:45AM EST Registration ends December 13, 2025 at 10:45am EST

Virtual Runner/Walker

$30 Registration ends December 12, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

Race Volunteer

$0 9:30AM EST - 1:00PM EST Registration ends December 12, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

Description

Join us for the 5th annual Santa Shuffle 5K Run/Walk and Kids' Elf Dash on Saturday, December 13, 2024 at 11:00am in Downtown Midway.

 

We're shifting our race to historic downtown Midway, Kentucky this year.  Come join the race fun and then stroll around downtown for shopping and dining.

Our race will benefit 2 local charities --

Cops For Kids Inc. which is a collaborative effort to raise funds throughout he year in order to provide gifts to underprivileged children of Versailles, Midway & Woodford County at Christmas.  The organization also provides clothing, toys & school supplies to children who are victims of fire, flood or other natural disaster or tragedy on an as needed basis throughout the year.  Read more below and thanks for your support!

The Jeri Hartley Foundation whose mission is to honor Jeri Hartley's unwavering faith in God, compassion for Woodford County, and dedication to uplifting the lives of all residents.  Inspired by Jeri Hartley’s deep compassion and commitment to Woodford County, the Foundation stands as a testament to the enduring impact of Jeri’s life, legacy, and faith.  Her unwavering dedication to local addiction recovery programs, charitable endeavors, local businesses, schools, and civic engagement continues to make an impact.  Through meaningful initiatives, collaborative partnerships, and impactful outreach, we strive to embody Jeri’s spirit by fostering hope, kindness, and spiritual growth at the heart of this community.

PACKET PICKUP    Our packet pickup will be held on Friday, December 12th from 9am-4pm at the Offices of the Woodford County Chamber of Commerce (Address:  126 S Main St, Versailles, KY 40383)   You may pick up for a friend/family member with no credentials, paperwork or ID required.  We'll also have race day PPU on race morning, Saturday, December 13th from 9:45-10:45am in downtown Midway.

RACE FEATURES

  • Scenic downtown race route
  • Commemorative race shirts
  • 5K Run/Walk, FREE Kids Elf Dash and virtual option
  • Free Race Photos
  • DJ
  • Awards for Top Overall and Age Group Finishers (1st, 2nd and 3rd Place - 5-year age divisions)
  • Prize for the largest Social Team
  • Best Dressed Contest with Prizes! (Dress in your best Santa, Elf, or other Christmas outfit)

* The Kids Elf Dash is presented by Versailles Pediatrics and is FREE and will include a participation medal.  Kids wishing to purchase a commemorative race shirt will pay $10 as an add on.

5K ROUTE MAP

INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP?    If you or your company is interested in an in-kind or monetary sponsorship of the race, please contact Emily Downey at emkdowney@gmail.com

Be Festive! We Have Prizes For Our Best Dressed Racers!

Place

113 East Main Street
Midway, KY US 40347

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

Sponsors

Cops For Kids Inc. --- Our Race Charity Beneficiary

We are pleased to partner with Cops For Kids Inc. as our race charity beneficiary.  Partial race proceeds and 100% of race donations will go to support this initiative.  Thanks in advance to those who make a donation on top of your race registration.  Every dollar makes a difference!

MORE ABOUT COPS FOR KIDS INC.

Cops for Kids Inc. Is a non-profit group led by the Versailles, KY Police Dept.  The organization includes the Versailles, Midway & Woodford County Emergency Services. These Emergency Services are; The Versailles Fire Dept,  Woodford County Ambulance Service, The Woodford count Detention Center, The Woodford County Sheriff's Office & The Woodford County Animal Control.
  
Personnel raise funds throughout he year in order to provide gifts to underprivileged children of Versailles, Midway & Woodford County at Christmas.  The organization also provides clothing, toys & school supplies to children who are victims of fire, flood or other natural disaster or tragedy on an as needed basis throughout the year. In 2014, over 200 children were served.


The Cops for Kids annual budget is $15,000 to $20,000 With Cops&Joggers  being one of the larges fundraisers. Cops for Kids also participates in a golf scramble in conjunction with Versailles Fire Dept, conducts collections at intersections, sponsors a car show and does other smaller activities a local events such as the Twilight Festival & the Midway Fall Festival.

Jeri Hartley Foundation -- Our Race Charity Beneficiary

Partial proceeds from the race will support the Jeri Hartley Foundation.

Our mission is to honor Jeri Hartley's unwavering faith in God, compassion for Woodford County, and dedication to uplifting the lives of all residents.


Vision Statement:
Inspired by Jeri Hartley’s deep compassion and commitment to Woodford County, the Foundation stands as a testament to the enduring impact of Jeri’s life, legacy, and faith.  Her unwavering dedication to local addiction recovery programs, charitable endeavors, local businesses, schools, and civic engagement continues to make an impact.  Through meaningful initiatives, collaborative partnerships, and impactful outreach, we strive to embody Jeri’s spirit by fostering hope, kindness, and spiritual growth at the heart of this community.

2023 Race Photos - Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton

All photos in the gallery are free to download, share and enjoy.  Big thanks to Ruby Cline-Eaton (A Runner's Mom & More Photography)

2025 Race Swag!

Our 2025 race shirt comes in unisex and youth sizes.  The shirt image shown is from last year.

We will reveal our 2025 race shirt soon!

Directions

Race Participant Survey

Please complete the following survey to help us better understand your race experience.

Did you participate in the race?
Would you recommend this race to a friend?

If you continue to use this site, you consent to use all cookies. We use cookies to offer you a better browsing experience. Read how we use cookies and how you can control them by visiting our Privacy Policy.

If you continue to use this site, you consent to use all cookies.