Heroes & Holidays

Join Orange Park Mall and Veterans Council Clay County for Heroes & Holidays, a one-of-a-kind community celebration honoring our local heroes while welcoming Santa and kicking off the holiday season.

Enjoy a full day of family fun featuring the annual Tougher Than You Think 5K, Santa's Grand Arrival, Santa's Family Fun Run, and festive activities for all ages.

Event Schedule

8:00 AM

Tougher Than You Think 5K

Presented by Veterans Council Clay County, this annual race honors veterans, active duty military, first responders, and community heroes. Click here to register.

10:00 AM

Santa's Grand Arrival

Be there as Santa officially arrives at Orange Park Mall to kick off the holiday season!

10:30 AM

Santa's Family Fun Run

Join Santa and friends for a festive, family-friendly fun run featuring costumed characters and holiday games! The first 100 participants will receive a $10 off certificate for a Photo Package with Santa and a FREE Cookie from Mrs. Claus too!

The celebration continues until 1pm with vendors, bouncy houses, a petting zoo, reindeer pony rides, face painting, holiday entertainment, and more!

Celebrate What Matters Most

Heroes & Holidays is a celebration of service, community, and the spirit of the season. We're proud to partner with Veterans Council Clay County, whose annual Tougher Than You Think 5K has become a meaningful tradition honoring those who serve.

Admission to Heroes & Holidays is free. Registration is required for the Tougher Than You Think 5K.

About the Veterans Council of Clay County

The Veterans Council of Clay County is dedicated to supporting local veterans, active-duty military members, and their families. By connecting veterans with valuable resources, advocating for their needs, and bringing the community together, the Council ensures that those who served our country continue to receive the recognition, assistance, and support they deserve. Proceeds from Heroes & Holidays benefit the Veterans Council of Clay County and its work throughout our community.

Tougher Than You Think 5K

November 14th

Run with purpose. Honor those who serve. Join the annual Tougher Than You Think 5K as we celebrate our veterans, military, first responders, and community heroes while kicking off a day of Heroes & Holidays festivities.

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Santa’s Grand Arrival & Family Fun Run

November 14th

Join us as Heroes & Holidays comes to life with a special welcome for Santa. Together, we'll honor our local heroes and kick off the holiday season with a celebration the whole family will remember.

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