The Sutton Santa Run will return to Sutton Park Town Gate on Sunday 6 December 2026 at 10am, with hundreds of runners expected to join the festive 5K organised by SE Fitness Running & Walking Club.

This year’s event will raise funds for Acacia Family Support and Our Place Support, two local charities helping families and individuals with their mental health and wellbeing. After last year’s run raised almost £6,000, organisers are hoping Sutton Coldfield’s business community will help make the 2026 event an even greater success.

The fundraiser is particularly significant for Acacia Family Support, which has been named the Royal Sutton Coldfield and Greater Birmingham Chambers – Sutton Coldfield Division Charity of the Year for 2026–2028.

A festive opportunity for local businesses

With sponsorship opportunities starting from just £100, businesses of all sizes can play a part in supporting these local causes. A range of options is available, offering businesses visibility among hundreds of participants and spectators.

Businesses can also bring their teams and colleagues along to take part, enjoy some festive fun and show their support on the day.

Kate Davarzadeh, Community Fundraising Manager at Acacia Family Support, said:

“We’ve already had some fantastic support for this year’s Sutton Santa Run, but we’d love to see even more local businesses get behind it. This is about much more than putting your logo on an event. It’s a brilliant opportunity to come together as a local business community, have some festive fun and make a real difference to two local charities. Sponsorship starts from just £100, so there are opportunities for businesses of all sizes to get involved. We’d love to hear from any business that wants to be part of making this year’s event the biggest yet.”

Organisers are encouraging businesses to get involved early and help make this year’s Sutton Santa Run a memorable morning of community spirit and fundraising.

To discuss sponsorship or find out how your business can take part, email kate@acacia.org.uk.

Images courtesy of Acacia Family Support / Our Place Support