The Rudolph Run
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Event overview
The Rudolph Run is a community running event held on December 13, 2025, at Strasburg Elementary / Strasburg-Franklin Local Schools, 140 N. Bodmer Ave., Strasburg, Ohio 44680. The event includes a 5K run/walk, a 1 Mile Fun Run, and a shirt-only registration option. Proceeds benefit the Strasburg PTG to support student programs, events, equipment, and classroom requests.
Distances and fees
- 1 Mile Fun Run
- 5K Run/Walk
- Shirt Only
Early registration fees listed are $25 for the 1 Mile, $35 for the 5K, and $20 for the shirt-only option. Fees increase after December 12, 2025 (1 Mile to $30, 5K to $40).
Awards, swag and raffle
All finishers will receive a medal designed from student artwork. Participants registered before November 25, 2025, are guaranteed a T-shirt; remaining shirts are first come, first served. Available shirt sizes include Youth X-Small through Adult 3X-Large; a no-shirt option carries a $10 discount. The event offers awards for top overall finishers and age-group top three placings in both men’s and women’s divisions (age groups: 12 & Under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 & Over). Additional awards include Best Christmas Theme Human and Best Christmas Themed Dog.
A Cash for Christmas raffle gives one entry to registrants before November 25, 2025; raffle prizes are $500, $250, and $50. Additional raffle entries are $10 each or three for $20; winners are drawn during the awards presentation and need not be present. The event is listed as an Ohio Challenge Series member event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
