Run The Lights - Sandusky
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
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
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
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
Celebrate the holiday season at the Run The Lights - Sandusky, a festive 2-mile run/walk and part of the RUNDUSKY Race Series!
Beneficiary
The event benefits the Jimm Corso Foundation, the nonprofit organization behind the Sandusky Christmas Market.
Course Details
- Course Features: The course takes you through the Christmas displays in Washington Park.
- Start/Finish: Begins and ends under the holiday lights on Columbus Avenue.
Participant Perks
- Registration Gift: Participants will receive a custom Pom Hat and a unique wood finisher medallion with a lanyard that can also be used as a Christmas ornament.
Awards and Prizes
- Top Finishers: Awards for top finishers (Age Groups TBD).
- Costume Contest: Prizes for the best Christmas-themed costume and the best ugly sweater!
Community Experience
Plan to make a night of it and enjoy all the Sandusky Christmas Market has to offer!
Event Tradition
Come enjoy the lights, get into the holiday spirit, and make this festive 2-mile event part of your Christmas tradition!
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Dec 11 – 13, 2026.
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