Rudolph Holiday Light Run!- Race Registration!

Friday, 12/12/25

You’re invited to be part of the 2nd Annual Rudolph Holiday Light Run at the spectacular Yuletide Village on December 12, 2025!

Get ready for a magical evening run (or walk!) through a glowing wonderland of lights and holiday fun. Choose from a 1-mile or 3-mile course as you experience the festive sights and sounds of Yuletide Village along the way. It’s a one-of-a-kind route through all the merriment!

Bonus: Your race entry includes FREE admission to Yuletide Village (a $17 value!)—so after the run, stick around and enjoy live shows, music, Santa, delicious food, shopping, and much more!

This is a truly special holiday event—and with only 500 spots available, it will sell out. Don’t wait—register now and make it a night to remember!

** SUPER SALE – 6/17 – 6/25 - $30 Any Distance – No Registration Fees!! **

** NEW Course for 2025 - more private course through the enchanting Yuletide Village! **

Rudolph Holiday Light Run (6:30PM – 3 Mile Run) –

• Start by running the exciting Yuletide Village Holiday Light Run
• Pick a Holiday Light Up Hat or Snowflake Gloves at Finish Line - See Styles:
• Special Awards for the top 10 by gender, by distance
• Snowman Finish Line Medal
• Admission to Yuletide Village ($17 value)!
• Holiday Costume Contest (Awards for best Santa, Reindeer, or Elf Costume)

Rudolph Holiday Light Fun Run (6:20PM – 1 Mile Run) –

• Start by running the exciting Yuletide Village Holiday Light Run
• Pick a Holiday Light Up Hat or Snowflake Gloves at Finish Line - See Styles:
• Free Kids Meal to Raising Canes
• Snowman Finish Line Medal
• Admission to Yuletide Village ($17 value)!
• Holiday Costume Contest (Awards for best Santa, Reindeer, or Elf Costume)

• Date: Friday, December 12th, 2025
• Location: Renaissance Park (10542 East State Route 73 Waynesville, OH 45068)
• Start Location: Front Entrance of Yuletide Village
• Distance: Rudolph Holiday Light Run (3 mile) or Rudolph Holiday Light Fun Run (1 Mile)

Start Time:

• 1 Mile: 6:20 PM
• 3 Miles: 6:30 PM

Awards (3 Mile Run): Special Awards for the 1st 10 finishers by gender at finish line in order of finish for 3 miles!

Rudolph Holiday Light Fun Run (1 Mile Run): After the run pick a fun holiday stuffed animal/character at the finish line!

Yuletide Village Discounted Tickets (Non-Runners – 12 & Under Free Entry): $12

• SUPER SALE (6/17-6/25): $30 + No Registration Fees!
• Early Entry (6/26-10/24): $35
• Entry (10/25-11/21): $40
• Late Entry (11/22 – 12/11): $45
• Race day (12/12): $50

Note: Registration Limit is 500 – Registration may close early – Race will sell out.

RUDOLPH HOLIDAY LIGHT RUN (6:30 PM - 3 Mile Run):

• Free Admission to Yuletide Village ($17 Value!)
• Pick a Holiday Light Up Hat or Snowflake Gloves at Finish Line.
• Snowman Finish Line Medal
• Special Awards for the top 10 by gender, by distance

• Free Admission to Yuletide Village ($17 Value!)
• Pick a Holiday Light Up Hat or Snowflake Gloves at Finish Line.
• Pick a fun Holiday Stuffed Animal at finish line!
• Snowman Finish Line Medal
• Free Kids Meal (12 & under) to Raising Canes

RACE DAY

• Friday, Dec 12th - Opens 4:30PM – Until 5 Minutes before Start of race
• Main Entrance of the Yuletide Village – Look for the 10 foot giant inflatable Santa Claus

The Yuletide Village is a fun, magical holiday experience. Check out all the fun activities to do this coming season: CLICK HERE

Race Day Updates will be either posted on the KidsLinked Facebook page or via email. Final runner instructions will be sent the week of the race!

The Rudolph Holiday Light Run will start as scheduled (start times listed above) regardless of rain, snow or cold temperatures.

If there is visible lightning in the area, the race will be delayed for a minimum of 15 minutes. The race would only be further delayed, postponed, shortened or cancelled if extreme conditions jeopardize the safety of participants.

Please follow KidsLinked for constant updates and listen closely to all public address announcements on Race Day for information and instruction!

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