
Run, Run Rudolph 5k is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Cambridge, OH, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday November 7 , 2026 @ 4:30 PM. There is something for everyone, whether you’re a competitive runner, or want to walk with friends!
All proceeds will be donated to the Courthouse Light Show.
When/Where
Saturday November 7, 2026 @ 4:30 PM. Start and finish line is at Guernsey County Courthouse, 801 Wheeling Avenue.
Race Course
The Course is through downtown Cambridge and residential neighborhood, leading back to the Courthouse.
Starting Time
Saturday November 7, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
Registration and Packet Pick-up
* Participants registered by Oct 25th are guaranteed a Shirt, all others are first come first serve.
Registration and Packet Pick up will begin on race day starting at 3:00 PM at the Guernsey County Courthouse.
Awards
All finishers will receive a custom Special 20th Anniversary Guernsey Courthouse light show Finishers medal.
5k Race - Awards will be presented to the top three overall male/female finishers. Awards will also be given to the top three male/female finishers in the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over.
Bonus Grand Prix Medal - All participants that register for all six 2026 Grow Races will receive a custom one-of-a-Kind Grand Prix Medal at the final race of the year! 2026 Grow races include:
Winter Series - Run Your Ice Off (January)
Winter Series - Run Your Heart out (February)
Winter Series - Shamrock Shuffle (March)
Splash and Dash 5k - Cambridge Developmental Center (July)
GROW into Summer 5k Run and Walk (August)
Run, Run Rudolph 5k- Guernsey County Courthouse (November)
RACE RESULTS
Live results will be published HERE.
Onsite live Results Kiosk will be available.
Email and text Live Results will also be available (opt-in required during registration)
Race Packets and Finish Line Perks
All finishers will receive a custom Special 20th Anniversary Guernsey Courthouse light show Finishers medal. Race packets will include a custom race Tee. We will have cookies, finish line snacks and bottled water at the finish line.
Entry Fees
$30 pre-registration
$35 registration day of race
Race Contact
For any questions, please contact: Timing Company: Muskingum Multisports @740-819-9300 or
Race Director: Jennifer Vincent 740-584-5400 or jenvincent91@gmail.com
Refund Policy
If we are unable to safely hold an in-person race for ANY reason including mother nature or pandemics, we will automatically convert all registrations to a non-refundable virtual event as opposed to rescheduling. Updates will be posted on the race website.
Weather
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
57°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cambridge, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
10,046
as of 2023
City Elevation
903 ft
Nearest Airport
PKB
Mid Ohio Valley Regional Airport · 48 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Run, Run Rudolph 5k
Nov 7, 2026