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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
631 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove CA
5K
48–59°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
53–69°F
dry
2024
48–55°F
rain
2023
48–59°F
dry
2022
45–51°F
dry
2021
47–55°F
rain
2020
50–56°F
rain
2019
56–61°F
rain
2018
50–59°F
dry
2017
52–68°F
dry
2016
51–57°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Run Rudolph Run is the Monterey Peninsula's most treasured holiday run. Join us to raise awareness of and help defeat arthritis. Bring friends and family together to kick off the season of giving, decked out in holiday attire! Whether you are a serious runner, a costumed walker, or somewhere in-between, this special event is a great addition to your holiday season, oceanside in beautiful Pacific Grove. Dogs are welcome (however, must remain on a leash).
Details
- Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Time: 7:30am - 11:30am
- Location: Lover’s Point Park, 631 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA 93953
- Race URL: Run Rudolph Run
Activities
- 1k Kids Elf Run: A fun run for kids
- 5k walk/run: Timed optional
- Costume contest: Holiday costume contest for humans and pooches
- Photos with Santa: Get a festive photo with Santa
- Children's fun zone: Activities for kids
Course map
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