🎅 The Skye Santa Dash & Dawdle 2025
A Festive Fun Run for All Ages
Get ready to dash, dawdle, and spread some holiday cheer – the Skye Santa Dash & Dawdle is back! On Saturday 6th December at 10:30am, the streets of Portree will transform into a sea of Santas, elves, reindeer, and more. Whether you’re a speedy Dasher or a gentle Dawdler, this family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off the festive season.
🌟 Why Take Part?
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Festive Fun for Everyone – Run, walk, or stroll in your favourite Christmas costume. From tiny elves to jolly Santas, everyone’s welcome.
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Free Festive Headwear – Every participant will receive a complimentary Santa hat band to get into the spirit.
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Prizes & Santa Paws Parade – With prizes for best individual and team costumes, plus a special parade for our four-legged friends, it’s fun for humans and pets alike.
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Seasonal Treats - Cross the finish line and celebrate with hot chocolate and cookies.
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Make a Difference – Give support to local charity, Columba 1400. Donations can be made during registration.
🏃 How It Works
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Distance: A cheerful 1.75-mile route – perfect for runners, walkers, children, buggies, and wheelchairs.
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Registration: Get organised - Sign up in advance.
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Participation: Come solo, bring the kids, form a team, or get sponsored to help raise vital funds.
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Route: Starts and finishes at Somerled Square, Portree, looping through the heart of the village.
📅 Event Details
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Date: Saturday 6th December 2025
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Time: Dash begins at 10:30am
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Registration:
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Saturday 6th December, 8:30–9:45am at Portree High School
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Start/Finish: Somerled Square, Portree
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Distance: 1.75 miles
👶 Please note: Little Elves under 8 must be accompanied by a grown-up Santa or Elf.
🎄 Join the Festive Fun!
Don your Santa suit, lace up your trainers (or elf shoes!), and be part of this magical community event. Whether you’re here for the dash, the dawdle, or simply the hot chocolate at the end, the Skye Santa Dash & Dawdle promises laughter, joy, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic.
🎅 Sign Up Now – Ho Ho Go!
Proudly sponsored by Emma & Billy at Shanks Plumbing & Renewables Ltd.
When you sign up for the Skye Santa Dash, please consider donating to Columba 1400, an award-winning charity and social enterprise based in Staffin for young people and their families. This year we are raising funds to support the amazing work they do. Donating makes real, lasting, positive change in the lives of our communities.
BE GREEN THIS CHRISTMAS
Don't let your Santa suit end up in a landfill after the big race!
Once you've crossed the finish line at our Santa Dash, the Skye Events team will be on hand to collect any unwanted Santa suits. We're committed to ensuring your suit is recycled responsibly, helping to reduce waste and protect our planet.
Look for our dedicated recycling bins and team members near the finish line. Just drop off your suit, and we'll take care of the rest!
