The Manheim Lions Club has announced that registration is now open for the eighth annual Manheim Santa 5K Run and Walk to be held on Saturday, Dec. 2, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The event is a time for family members and friends to get together and share in the holiday spirit by joining many others dressed as Santa as they run or walk through the streets of Manheim.

To kick off the event, the club will present a Christmas in July special. Those who register by Saturday, July 29, will receive a discounted registration. For more information or to register, visit http://www.runsignup.com, choose "Find a Race" and search for "Manheim Santa 5K Run and Walk."