CANADA’S ORIGINAL ALL SANTA RACE RETURNING TO BURLINGTON!
September 20, 2024
Burlington, ON – 20 September 2024
The holiday season is just around the corner, and VRO PRO INC. and Tourism Burlington are pleased to jointly announce that Canada’s Original All Santa Race will return to Burlington on December 1, 2024!
The Santa Parade Race, which is presented by VR PRO Inc. and is supported by Tourism Burlington’s Tourism Investment Fund, is guaranteed to bring festive cheer, laughter, and an unforgettable experience for participants of all ages.
“We are thrilled to see the Santa Parade Race return to Burlington this year,” said Maureen Healey, Executive Director of Tourism Burlington. “We’re also proud to support the race through the Tourism Investment Fund as the race benefits our hotels, attractions, and retail areassignificantly and supports Burlington’s tourism economy. We are looking forward to welcoming all the Santa’s and festive spectators to Burlington!”
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Time: The race will start at 1 PM in front of the Santa Parade
Location: In Front of the YMCA, 500 Drury Lane
Distance: 3.5K
This year, participants can enjoy free shuttle service and a full Santa weekend package, with special offers at local attractions, and hotels.
We are proud to support Hamilton Food Share, who provides emergency food resources to 16 member agencies, operating 23 hunger-relief programs across the greater Hamilton region. Non-perishable food items and funds will also be collected at the race to support the 17,600 unique individuals, 34% of whom are children who access these hunger relief programs each month!
We are also supporting CHCH annual Toy Drive.
“We are so excited to be welcoming the Santa Parade,” said Kelly Arnott, Co-Founder and Race Director of VR PRO Inc. “It’s a wonderful way for families and friends to get outside, have some fun, and enjoy the holiday season together.”
For more information on this year’s race, and to register visit vrpro.ca.
Media Contacts:
VR PRO Inc.
Kelly Arnott
[Co-Founder/Race Director]
905-512-2488
kelly@vrpro.ca
2016 Tourism Ambassador Award Recipient, Burlington, ON
Tourism Burlington
Claire Green
[Strategic Lead – Economic Development and Destination Marketing]
Burlington Economic Development and Tourism Burlington
Claire.Green@burlington.ca
About VR PRO Inc.
VR PRO Inc. has been organizing running events in Burlington and beyond for over 29 years. Known for creating memorable themed races, including the Santa Parade Race and the iconic Chilly Half Marathon, VR PRO Inc. has contributed more than $3.5 million to local charities, including Joseph Brant Hospital.
About Tourism Burlington
Tourism Burlington is a destination management and marketing organization that works with and on behalf of tourism stakeholders. As a not-for-profit agency of the City of Burlington, our mission is to facilitate values-driven and sustainable tourism for Burlington through leadership, partnership, and collaboration.
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