When
Saturday, December 5th, 2026
Where
200 N. Main Street, Fountain Inn SC
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
About this race
🎄 Join Us for the Fun!
Join us for the 14th Annual Rudolph Run at Night 5k and Fun Run! The race takes place along a certified route through downtown Fountain Inn! Check in and the starting line are both at the Fountain Inn Fire Station. The One-Mile Kids Fun run will kick off at 6pm, followed by the 5k Race at 6:45pm. Awards ceremony to be held at the finish line beginning at 7:45pm. After the race, participants are invited to a “Recovery Round” at downtown restaurants featuring post-run specials and holiday cheer! Register by Friday November 20th to guarantee your shirt! Packet pickup will be Thursday 12/3 from 2:00-5:00p or Friday 12/4 from 9:00a-12:00p (Activities Center, 610 Fairview St. Fountain Inn, SC 29644).
📅 Date
Saturday December 5th, 2026
📍 Location
200 N. Main St. Fountain Inn, SC 29644
⏰ Start Time
- 1-mile Kids TIMED RUN: 6:30pm (No Age Group Awards)
- 5K Race: 6:45pm
🏆 Awards Ceremony
7:45pm
- Top 3 Male and Female Overall (5k & 1 Mile Run)
- Top 3 Male & Female Age Group (5k Only)
- 0-9
- 10-12
- 13-16
- 17-19
- 20-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60-64
- 65-69
- 70-79
- 80+
🏃♂️ Route
Laurens Hope 5K Certified Route
💖 Proceeds Benefit
Proceeds from the Rudolph Run at Night 5k Race and Kids Fun Run will benefit City of Fountain Inn Youth Sports programs and Miriam Foundation.
🔗 Register Here
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