Rudolph's Revenge: a Christmas in July Night Run
Rock Hill, United States • 18 Jul 2026
Event overview
Rudolph's Revenge: A Christmas in July Night Run is scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event is a themed night 5K held on the Northwestern High School campus at 2503 W Main St, Rock Hill, SC 29732. The event functions as a fundraiser for the Northwestern Cross Country Team. The listed entry fee for the 5K is $25.
Course, logistics and awards
The 5K uses elements of the school cross country course. The surface is primarily grass with a short section on the track each loop. The race will be chip timed and results will be posted on RunSignUp after the event. A water station will be located just past the halfway point on the course. The course will be lit with glow sticks and Christmas lights and Christmas costumes are encouraged. Post-race provisions include music, snacks, and vendor presence.
Top three male and top three female finishers in the 5K will receive awards. Age group awards are currently planned for the top finisher in these groups: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70-99; the organizers may expand age-group awards depending on registration. Overall top-three finishers are not eligible for age-group awards.
Early packet pickup is scheduled at the Charlotte Running Company in Riverwalk on July 17. Race day packet pickup and late registration will be available until 8:00pm. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.