The festive run returns after its fourth lap around the sun on December 10.

At 9AM on a December morning, residents dressed as Santa Clause will compete against each other in a race. The event held by Race ME offers three different for the Santas to compete in — 1 km, 2.5km and 5km.

Continents away from Santa’s usual route, this race will begin at Dubai Festival City Promenade and end at the Festive Market

Registered runners will receive a free Santa T-shirt, beard and hat. Participants have also been encouraged to come in their own Santa costumes for a chance to win prizes for being the best dressed Santa.