Hundreds of the festive runners were spotted pounding the pavements in Leeds as the race kicked off this morning (Sunday).
The annual event is organised to raise money for Moortown-based St Gemma’s Hospice. Here, we look through some of the best snaps of Santas from throughout the day.
1. Big Leeds Santa Dash 2022
Santa's of all shapes and sizes descened on Leeds city centre for the Big Leeds Santa Dash 2022, which is raising money for St Gemma's Hospice. Photo: Steve Riding
2. Big Leeds Santa Dash 2022
More than 500 people took part in the event. Can you spot yourself? Photo: steve riding
3. Big Leeds Santa Dash 2022
Gareth Kitchen and Mally Batt, from Dighlington, dressed as Santa taking part in the run. Photo: steve riding
4. Big Leeds Santa Dash 2022
Everyone who ran in the race wore a 'Santa' suit. Photo: steve riding
5. Big Leeds Santa Dash 2022
Richard Hayes, centre, was the first person to complete the Santa Dash this year. Photo: steve riding
6. Big Leeds Santa Dash 2022
Members of the 'Drighlington Dynamoes' team who took part in the race. Photo: steve riding