It was a running race with a difference, an annual Christmas tradition that saw some of Rotorua's finest Santas (and friends) run, jog or walk a few laps of the village green.
Wednesday's Santa Run was a national event, taking place in towns across New Zealand including Kerikeri, Coromandel and
of course, Rotorua.
But it wasn't a simple walk in the park, with those brave enough to take part encouraged to run six laps of the course.
Race director Ben Alton was delighted with how many came to show support.
"We had a great turn-out, 85 Santas, elves and reindeers," Altom said. "It was a good mix, we had one corporate which brought 22 people which was awesome!"
