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Tharptown Christmas Display 2nd Annual Run Run Rudolph 5k

Date:
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Location:
713 Center St
Coal Township, Pennsylvania
17866
United States
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Links:
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3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

🎄 Tharptown Christmas Display Presents:

2nd Annual Run Run Rudolph 5K

This isn’t just any Christmas run it’s a holiday adventure inspired by A Christmas Story!

Along the 5K route, you’ll pass through themed spots inspired by the beloved classic. From Ralphie’s dream of a Red Ryder BB gun to the unforgettable triple-dog-dare moment, you’ll feel like you stepped right into the Parker family’s Christmas. 👓🎁

And of course we want to see YOU in your best festive A Christmas Story attire!

Think: Ralphie’s pink bunny suit 🐰, Randy bundled up like a snowman 🧣, Flick after the flagpole dare ❄️, or The Old Man admiring his “major award” lamp 🏆. The more creative, the better—because what’s Christmas without a little nostalgia and fun.

🏃 Event Details:

📍 Location: 713 Center St, Coal Township PA 17866

📅 Date & Time: 11/21/25 @ 9:00am

Registration: Begins 11/21/26 @ 8:00am

DAY OF REGISTRATION: - $40 -

🎅🏻 Hosted by: Tharptown Christmas Display.

🏆 Awards & Prizes:

Cash prizes for top 3 overall male/female finishers

🥇 $75

🥈 $50

🥉 $30

🥇 Medals (1st, 2nd, 3rd) for the following male/female age groups:

• 18 and under

• 19–29

• 30–39

• 40–49

• 50–59

• 60–69

• 70+

Winners will be announced when the last participant crosses the finish line.

✨ We’ll also be awarding prizes for the top 3 participants with the best “A Christmas Story” inspired attire, so get creative and festive! Prizes will be announced on our Facebook page.

🍕 Post-Race Treats:

Every finisher gets a slice of pizza to celebrate crossing the line.

🎄 Exclusive Giveaway:

The first 50 participants to register will receive a collectible Christmas ornament inspired by A Christmas Story a keepsake to treasure for years to come as well as a bar of “Lifebuoy” soap.

👟 Runners/Walkers Welcome

⏱ Professional timing by “Falcon Race Timing”

⚠️ SHIRTS WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER AFTER OCTOBER 31ST

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