20Dec
10K - Individual Age group/open
Running
- Distance
- 10K
- Countdown
- 59 days
- Entry fee
- $45.00
Phoenix Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon / 10K / 5K / Reindeer Dash
Peoria,
Arizona,
United States
59 days left
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Date
20 Dec, 2026
Races
5 distances
Entry fee
$20.00 – $75.00
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Website
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Phoenix Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon / 10K / 5K / Reindeer Dash
About the event
Join us as we get Rudolph & the rest of the reindeer ready for delivery day!
The Phoenix Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon, 10K, 5K,
and Reindeer Dash will take place on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at
Rio Vista Park in Peoria.
Runners will follow the multi use trails of the New River Trail System.
Charitable Partner
Proceeds from this event benefit Ryan House.
Focusing on quality of life and continuity of care, their care team combines compassion with state-of-the-art care to guide your child through their unique life-limiting or end-of-life journey while providing your whole family with peace, comfort, and support.
Our Mission
With our world-class care and programs, we embrace all children and their families as they navigate life-limiting or end-of-life journeys through:
- Palliative and respite care that addresses the emotional, spiritual, and social needs of the family
- Continuity of care from diagnosis to end-of-life
- Expert care provided by our prestigious care partners and highly-trained staff
- A loving community that offers ongoing support and compassion
Mail-in Registration Form and Virtual Event
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. Mail-in registrations will be accepted until December 14, 2026.
Virtual Run Details
Of course we want you to participate in the Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon, 10K and 5K event locally but we understand things come up. So, if you can't join us on race day and still want to run, get the medal, and shirt then you still can! Here is your chance to take part in this event no matter where you are! And of course, all prices include shipping! Please note that all items will ship following the event on December 20th. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.
Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at [email protected]
What You Get!
Custom Event Medal for ALL participants.
Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech Long Sleeve or Short Sleeve Shirt for ALL participants.
Male and Female Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups for the half marathon, 10K and 5K (Race day participants only). Our age groups are the following:
- 8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over
Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)
Owned and operated by StartLine Racing!
Please note any race related items (shirts, medals, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those that do not attend.
Course Maps
The course will take you through the open use trails (all asphalt and concrete) of the New River Trail System, starting and ending at Rio Vista Park in Peoria - meaning no need for transportation before or after the race just to get back to your car! Please note - this is an open use trail system and does not close for our event.
Water Stations & Course Support Information
Water will be located at:
- Half Marathon - Miles 1.55, 3.1, 4.3, 6.1, 7.35, 8.5 (turnaround), 9.65, 10.8, and 12.6
- 10K - Miles .8, 2, 3.8 (turnaround), and 5.7
- 5K - Miles .8, 2, and 2.6
Restrooms will be located on the course at:
- Half Marathon - Miles 4.43, 7.35, 9.65, and 12.48
- 10K - Miles 2.1 and 5.55
GU Gels will be located on the course at:
- Half Marathon - Miles 7.35 and 9.65
The cut-off time for the Half Marathon will be 4 hours.
Race Day Information
Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 7am at Rio Vista Park.
We accept cash, and credit cards on race day
PLEASE NOTE - Your swag selection and size are not guaranteed for those who register on race day.
Race day registration fees will be:
- Half Marathon - $90
- Quarter - $60
- 5K - $50
- Reindeer Dash - $30
Strollers welcome
Leashed pets welcome
The course will take you through the open use trails (all asphalt and concrete) of the New River Trail System, starting and ending at Rio Vista Park in Peoria - meaning no need for transportation before or after the race just to get back to your car! Please note - this is an open use trail system and does not close for our event.
Reindeer dash will be an untimed half mile run. All Reindeer Dash participants will receive a medal, bib and tech shirt. Parents who only want to accompany their children on the course do not need to register.
Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.
This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds for due to weather.
Packet Pick-Up
Packet pick-up will be available on Saturday, December 19th from 2-5pm at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix
- Road Runner Sports is located at 7077 E Mayo Blvd, Suite 150, Phoenix, AZ 85054 (map)
Race day packet pick-up opens at 7am at Rio Vista Park.
Event schedule
- Sat, December 19, 2026 2:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix from 2-5pm
- Sun, December 20, 2026 7:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
- Sun, December 20, 2026 8:00 AM - Half Marathon Begins
- Sun, December 20, 2026 8:15 AM - Reindeer Dash Begins
- Sun, December 20, 2026 8:45 AM - 10K Begins
- Sun, December 20, 2026 8:55 AM - Race day packet pickup and registration closes
- Sun, December 20, 2026 9:00 AM - 5K Begins
- Sun, December 20, 2026 10:00 AM - Awards Ceremony
Races offered
20Dec
5K - Individual Age group/open
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Countdown
- 59 days
- Entry fee
- $35.00
20Dec
Half Marathon - Individual Age group/open
Running
- Distance
- 21.1K
- Countdown
- 59 days
- Entry fee
- $75.00
20Dec
Reindeer Dash - Individual Age group/open
Running
- Distance
- 1K
- Countdown
- 59 days
- Entry fee
- $20.00
20Dec
Virtual Run - Individual Age group/open
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Countdown
- 59 days
- Entry fee
- $30.00
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for December in Peoria.
Temperature8.8° / 21.2°
Feels like5.5° / 18.1°
Sunshine hours8h 34m
Rainfall0.5 mm
Snowfall—
Wind5.9 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity38.6%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:25
Sunset17:23
About Peoria
Learn more about the host city, Peoria.
Peoria is a city in Maricopa and Yavapai counties in the U.S. state of Arizona. Most of the city is located in Maricopa County, while a portion of it in the north is in Yavapai County. It is a major suburb of Phoenix. As of the 2020 census, the population of Peoria was 190,985, up from 154,065 in 2010. It is the sixth-largest city in Arizona in land area and the ninth-largest in population. It was named after Peoria, Illinois. The word peoria is a corruption of the Miami-Illinois word for "prairie fire". It is the spring training home of the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners, who share Peoria Sports Complex.
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