Gorey Athletics Club and Pettitt’s SuperValu are teaming up to bring a festive 5K to the town this Christmas….
The first Pettitt’s SuperValu Gorey 5K Santa Dash takes place on Sunday 6 December 2026 at 9am, starting and finishing at Gorey Civic Centre.
The partnership brings together a local business with a long association with Gorey and sport, and a growing athletics club preparing to host its first major event since its revival. Pettitt’s SuperValu’s support as lead sponsor is helping the club mark that milestone with an event open to the whole community.
Runners, joggers and walkers can look forward to a festive morning of music, fancy dress prizes and community spirit. Christmas jumpers and festive costumes are encouraged, whether you’re running for a time, jogging with friends or walking with family.
The event will also support charity, with a donation from event proceeds. The beneficiary and donation arrangements will be announced once confirmed.
Professional chip timing will be provided by PopUp Races, with cash prizes for the first three male and female finishers.
A custom 70mm metal medal, designed and supplied by local company DOME Sports, is included with race entry, limited to 500. Event T-shirts and Santa hats are available as optional purchases.
Speaking to Wexford Weekly, Race Director Conor Hogan said:
“This is our first major event since Gorey Athletics Club was revived, so having Pettitt’s SuperValu alongside us as lead sponsor means a great deal. They have a long association with Gorey and local sport, and we’re grateful that they’re helping us take this next step as a club.”
“We want the Santa Dash to be something the whole town can get involved in, whether that’s running, walking, volunteering or cheering people on. Pettitt’s support is helping us make that happen. A huge amount of support has gone into getting this race to the starting line. The help from Wexford County Council, local businesses and organisations has been incredible.”
“Thank you to Quinn Property, Gorey Family Eyecare, DOME Sports, Phoenix Hair Spa, Loch Garman Arms, MummyHub, Nixer.me, James Tomkins, Killowen Farms, the Irish Red Cross, the Irish Coast Guard, and everyone else supporting us.”
“A special thank you goes to our race committee and our army of volunteers and stewards, who are doing trojan work behind the scenes. Their time, effort and enthusiasm are helping us put on a safe, welcoming and festive event for the whole community.”
The Santa Dash is open to club members and non-members. Wheelchairs, buggies and dogs are welcome, with buggies and participants with dogs starting behind the main group. Children under 13 must remain within arm’s length of their responsible adult throughout, and families should consider whether the full 5K suits their child.
Virtual entry is also available for those taking part away from the event venue, with virtual medals posted to addresses in Ireland only.
The event reflects Gorey Athletics Club’s motto, “Everyone Belongs Here”, bringing people together through running and walking during the Christmas season.
Entries and further information are available at goreyac.ie/santadash.
Wexford Weekly
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