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

Location: 1201 S. Nickleplate St., Louisville, OH

More Info: Run Santa Run 5K

🎁 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.

📅 Schedule of Events

• 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: Takes place from 7:00am-8:00am inside the high school.
• 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 Information

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. The reindeer ramble will take place in the front parking lot of Louisville High School.

🏆 Awards

5K awards will be given to the top three overall males and females and the top three in the following 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.