Run Santa Run 5K - Louisville

Event Overview

Join GCXC Racing, Santa, and hundreds of runners and walkers to fill the streets with holiday spirit for the third annual "Run Santa Run 5K & Reindeer Ramble" taking place at Louisville High School in Louisville, Ohio, just a short drive from Canton and surrounding areas. Participants are encouraged to dress "festive".

Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2025

Registration Details

• 5K Registration: Includes custom pajama pants, finisher medal, Santa hat, custom bib, and swag bag. Optional long sleeves and fleece hoodies also available for pre-order during registration.
• Reindeer Ramble Registration: Includes a finisher medal, custom bib, and reindeer.

Packet Pick-Up

• Early Packet Pick-Up: Takes place at UnHitched Brewing Company on Saturday, December 13th from 3:00pm-4:30pm.
• Race Day Packet Pick-Up: Registration takes place from 7:00am-8:00am inside the high school.

Race Schedule

• Reindeer Ramble Start: The 400-meter event begins at 8:15am.
• 5K Run/Walk Start: The chip-timed 5K will begin at 8:30am.
• Course Details: The start/finish line for the 5K is located in front of Louisville High School and takes participants on an out-and-back course through residential streets and country roads.
• Reindeer Ramble Location: The Ramble will take place in the front parking lot of Louisville High School.

Awards

5K awards to the top three overall males and females and the top three in the following age groups:

• 9 & Under
• 10-14
• 15-19
• 20-24
• 25-29
• 30-34
• 35-39
• 40-44
• 45-49
• 50-54
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70-74
• 75 & Up

More Information

For more details, visit the official race page: Run Santa Run 5K - Louisville.