
From the Organizer
🎄 Tharptown Christmas Display Presents:
2nd Annual Run Run Rudolph 5K
This isn’t just any Christmas run it’s a holiday adventure inspired by A Christmas Story!
Along the 5K route, you’ll pass through themed spots inspired by the beloved classic. From Ralphie’s dream of a Red Ryder BB gun to the unforgettable triple-dog-dare moment, you’ll feel like you stepped right into the Parker family’s Christmas. 👓🎁
And of course we want to see YOU in your best festive A Christmas Story attire!
Think: Ralphie’s pink bunny suit 🐰, Randy bundled up like a snowman 🧣, Flick after the flagpole dare ❄️, or The Old Man admiring his “major award” lamp 🏆. The more creative, the better—because what’s Christmas without a little nostalgia and fun.
🏃 Event Details:
📍 Location: 713 Center St, Coal Township PA 17866
📅 Date & Time: 11/21/25 @ 9:00am
Registration: Begins 11/21/26 @ 8:00am
DAY OF REGISTRATION: - $40 -
🎅🏻 Hosted by: Tharptown Christmas Display.
🏆 Awards & Prizes:
Cash prizes for top 3 overall male/female finishers
🥇 $75
🥈 $50
🥉 $30
🥇 Medals (1st, 2nd, 3rd) for the following male/female age groups:
• 18 and under
• 19–29
• 30–39
• 40–49
• 50–59
• 60–69
• 70+
Winners will be announced when the last participant crosses the finish line.
✨ We’ll also be awarding prizes for the top 3 participants with the best “A Christmas Story” inspired attire, so get creative and festive! Prizes will be announced on our Facebook page.
🍕 Post-Race Treats:
Every finisher gets a slice of pizza to celebrate crossing the line.
🎄 Exclusive Giveaway:
The first 50 participants to register will receive a collectible Christmas ornament inspired by A Christmas Story and signed by Scott Schwartz "Flick" a keepsake to treasure for years to come as well as a bar of “Lifebuoy” soap.
👟 Runners/Walkers Welcome
*Walkers will be asked to go to the back of the race line at the start of the race to allow all runners a safe start*
⏱ Professional timing by “Falcon Race Timing”
*****All proceeds help support the Tharptown Christmas Display and bringing Scott Schwartz “Flick” to our opening day festivities!*****
⚠️ SHIRTS/PARTICIPATION MEDALS WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER AFTER OCTOBER 31ST
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Tharptown Christmas Display 2nd Annual Run Run Rudolph 5k
Nov 21, 2026