Kids showing off their medals

A wave to the camera from one fun runner

It may have been chilly but there were plenty of smiling faces on show

A Usain-esque celebration from one speedy Santa

Celebrity City fan John Henshall joins in the fun

A couple of little Blue Santas just getting ready to go

Patrick being interviewed at City Square before the race

World Cup winning midfielder gives starter's orders

Blues as far as the eye can see on Santa Stroll 2012

As Paul Lake ordered, the fans used the Kolo/Yaya song to get warm before the race

Time to get moving

Real life Reindeer were on hand to lend a festive air to proceedings

Taking the higher ground for a picture but not pelting the Blues with snowballs!

The Etihad Stadium overrun with Blue Santas

It was another successful Santa Stroll - bring on next year!