Run Run Rudolph - Peoria
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About the race
Run Run Rudolph is a holiday running event held on December 12, 2026 at RC Outfitters, 311 Southwest Water Street, Peoria, Illinois. The event is organized by ShaZam Racing and is part of the Peoria Holiday Race Series. The courses start and finish on the Riverfront Trail at the former Hooters Restaurant.
Distances offered:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1 Mile Run/Walk
Packet pickup is available at RC Outfitters before race day, and very limited pickup is available inside RC Outfitters on race day; participants may pick up packets for friends and family. Registered participants receive a Run Run Rudolph hoodie, a pair of reindeer antlers, a candy cane, and post race goodies and hot cocoa. Hoodies and antlers are limited to the first 600 registrants.
Awards include overall top male and top female by gun time, plus age group awards for the top three males and females in these divisions: 10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & Over. There will not be an awards ceremony; age group winners should check results and claim a cookie award at the results table. Best dressed awards and gift card prizes are planned, and a raffle will draw two winners for additional gift cards. The event benefits Toys for Tots. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
