16TH Annual
16th Annual Rudolph Fun Run
16th Annual Rudolph Fun Run is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Houston, TX, with entry fees from $18 to $60.
- Date
- December 12, 2026 (142 days to go)
- Location
- 12700 Kimberly Park, Houston, TX
- Price
- $18–$60
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the 16th Annual Rudolph 5k Fun Run, Dasher 10k and Cupid 1k starting at our new location, Bendwood Park, and running through the area neighborhoods while enjoying all the Christmas Decorations. We welcome all ages and runner speeds, walkers, joggers, strollers and all those wanting to have. This year we have moved our fun run to Bendwood Park located just around the corner at 12700 Kimberly Park which offers more for the kids to do and easier parking. We will have the same route outside of a 1/2 mile, but all distances have been confirmed.
Smile for the camera as we judge to see who has the best Christmas costume and win a great gift card. Enjoy pictures with Santa Claus and special treats after the fun run including mimosas and much more. All registered athletes will receive a medal and more.
1k Cupid Run starts at 7:40am followed by the 10k Dasher Run at 8am and Rudolph 5k Run at 8:05am.
We look forward to seeing you this year!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
66°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sugar Land, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Houston, TX
Population
2,300,419
as of 2023
City Elevation
52 ft
Nearest Airport
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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- Race
- 16th Annual Rudolph Fun Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- 12700 Kimberly Park, Houston, TX
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16th Annual Rudolph Fun Run
Dec 12, 2026