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Sunday, December 13th, 2026
1201 S. Nickleplate St., Louisville OH
5K
26–39°F · some rain risk
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About this race
Event Overview
Join GCXC Racing, Santa, and hundreds of runners and walkers to fill the streets with holiday spirit for the fourth 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 13th, 2026
Location: 1201 S. Nickleplate St., Louisville, OH
Race URL: Run Santa Run 5K - Louisville
Participant Information
- 5K Registration: Includes fleece blanket, finisher medal, Santa hat, custom bib, and swag bag.
- Optional Apparel: Long sleeves and fleece hoodies are 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 12th from 2:30pm-4:00pm.
- Race Day Packet Pick-Up: Registration takes place from 7:00am-8:00am inside the high school.
Race Day Details
- Reindeer Ramble Start: The 400-meter Reindeer Ramble begins at 8:15am.
- 5K Start: The chip-timed 5K run/walk will begin at 8:30am.
- Course Description: 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: Will take place in the front parking lot of Louisville High School.
Awards
- Overall Awards: Top three overall males and females in the 5K will receive UnHitched gift cards ($75, $50, $25).
- Age Group Awards: Additional awards (Run Santa Run mittens) to the top three males and females in various age groups.
- 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.
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