Run Santa Run 5K - Louisville - 5K Run/Walk
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External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Join GCXC Racing, Santa, and hundreds of runners and walkers to fill the streets with holiday spirit for the fourth 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". The event takes place on Sunday, December 13th, 2026. 5K registration includes fleece blanket, 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. - Early packet pick-up takes place at UnHitched Brewing Company on Saturday, December 12th from 2:30pm-4:00pm - Race day packet pick-up and registration take place from 7:00am-8:00am inside the high school. - The 400-meter Reindeer Ramble begins at 8:15am. - The chip-timed 5K run/walk will begin at 8:30am. - 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. Top three overall males and females in the 5K will receive UnHitched gift cards ($75, $50, $25). Additional awards (Run Santa Run mittens) to the top three males and females in the following 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.
Typical conditions
For events around December 2026 in Louisville, OH, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Louisville, OH, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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