Phoenix Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Phoenix Run Run Rudolph event takes place on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Rio Vista Park in Peoria, Arizona. The event is organized by StartLine Racing and benefits Ryan House. It includes in-person and virtual options; virtual entries ship event items after December 7 and are limited to US addresses. StartLine Racing is a drop-off location for Phoenix Toys for Tots; new, unwrapped toys are requested, with ages 12 and up noted as being in greatest need.
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Reindeer Dash (half mile, untimed)
- Virtual Run
Course, support and logistics
Courses use the New River Trail System multiuse trails (all asphalt and concrete) and start and end at Rio Vista Park. The trail system remains open to the public during the event. There is no bag check. Strollers and leashed pets are allowed. The half marathon has a 4-hour cut-off. Race-related items are not mailed to in-person registrants who do not attend.
Water stations, restrooms, and GU gel stations are placed on course as follows:
- Water stations: listed mile markers for each distance (detailed on event page)
- Restrooms: listed mile markers for half marathon and 10K
- GU gels: half marathon miles 7.35 and 9.65
Packet pick-up is available before the event at Road Runner Sports in North Phoenix and on race day at Rio Vista Park. Race day registration is accepted in person with cash or credit card; checks are not accepted. The event is held rain or shine and weather-related refunds are not offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.