Beatson Cancer Charity are calling on Scots to take part in a virtual Santa Dash this year as the event moves online due to the pandemic.
The organisation was due to be the official charity partner of the event, which normally sees thousands run through the streets of Glasgow dressed as Father Christmas.
This year, people are encouraged to run, walk or cycle the 5km in their own local areas over the weekend of December 12-13, with festive attire definitely encouraged.
Lord Provost Philip Braat, President of the Beatson Cancer Charity said: “It is very disappointing that the traditional Santa Dash has to be put on hold this year, but I think everyone will understand that we have to play safe at this very challenging time.
“If you have taken part in the Santa Dash before or are just looking for a good reason to go for a run, I would urge you get involved with this year’s virtual Santa Dash.
“In what has been an unbelievably difficult year, I am hoping the virtual Santa Dash will give many of us something positive to rally round.”
Maisie McCormick, Community Fundraising Manager at Beatson Cancer Charity, said: “We’re so excited to stage our own form of Santa Dash this year. We are calling on all wannabe Santa Dashers to help us.
“There will be many who are obviously disappointed about the cancellation of the usual calendar event but may still want to help a good cause this Christmas, and there are those who still want to do something festive with their family members or colleagues who want to team bond on an alternative to the Christmas team lunch and staff night out!”
The Glasgow Santa Dash usually exceeds 8,000 entries, with each raising vital funds for Scottish charities.
Martin Cawley, Beatson Cancer Charity CEO, said: “We are hoping the public and supporters will still want to participate closer to home. For a small donation, we will provide a lovely Santa hat, not a throw-away suit and we can follow everyone via our social media channels. Thank you for your support, it will make a huge difference to us.”
Register to take part at https://www.beatsoncancercharity.org/events/2020/december/santa-dash/
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