Sandusky Christmas Lights Run
Sandusky, OH
Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
200 Block Columbus Ave, Sandusky OH
28–39°F · some rain risk
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2025
24–31°F
dry
2024
14–28°F
dry
2023
28–45°F
dry
2022
34–38°F
dry
2021
33–47°F
dry
2020
40–56°F
rain
2019
19–39°F
dry
2018
24–43°F
dry
2017
19–33°F
rain
2016
26–35°F
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About this race
Event Overview
Celebrate the holiday season at the Sandusky Christmas Lights Run, a festive 2-mile run/walk and part of the RUNDUSKY Race Series!
Beneficiary
- Nonprofit Organization: Jimm Corso Foundation
- Supporting: Sandusky Christmas Market, learn more at Sandusky Christmas Market.
Course Details
The course takes you through the Christmas displays in Washington Park and starts and finishes under the holiday lights on Columbus Avenue.
Participant Perks
- Custom Items: Custom Pom Hat
- Finisher Medal: Unique wood finisher medallion with a lanyard that can also be used as a Christmas ornament.
Awards and Prizes
- Top Finishers: Awards for age groups (TBD)
- Costume Prizes: Best Christmas-themed costume
- Ugly Sweater: Prize for best ugly sweater!
Event Experience
Plan to make a night of it and enjoy all the Sandusky Christmas Market has to offer!
Come enjoy the lights, get into the holiday spirit, and make this festive 2-mile event part of your Christmas tradition!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-12-12
- Location: 200 Block Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH
- More Information: Sandusky Christmas Lights Run
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