Rudolph's Revenge: A Christmas in July Night Run!
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:30PM EDT
- Location Rock Hill, South Carolina
- Price $25.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a festive night of fun and fitness at the Rudolph's Revenge: A Christmas in July Night Run! Join us on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, in Rock Hill, York for an exhilarating 5K that combines the magic of the holiday season with the thrill of a night race. Kicking off at 8:30 PM on the scenic Northwestern High School XC Course, participants will navigate a beautifully lit course adorned with glow sticks and Christmas lights, creating an enchanting atmosphere as you race under the stars.
Whether you're looking to challenge yourself for a personal best or simply wanting to enjoy a spirited run in your favorite holiday costume, this event is perfect for runners of all ages. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers, as well as to the top finishers in various age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Post-race festivities will include music, snacks, and an expo featuring local vendors. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate the summer with holiday cheer and community spirit at Rudolph's Revenge!
Whether you're looking to challenge yourself for a personal best or simply wanting to enjoy a spirited run in your favorite holiday costume, this event is perfect for runners of all ages. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers, as well as to the top finishers in various age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Post-race festivities will include music, snacks, and an expo featuring local vendors. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate the summer with holiday cheer and community spirit at Rudolph's Revenge!
Organiser's Description
THE REINDEER GAMES JUST GOT REAL
The summer heat meets holiday cheer at the Rudolphs Revenge 5K!
Join us July 18th at 8:30 PM on the Northwestern High School XC Course for a night run lit by glow sticks, Christmas lights, and competitive energy.
Run through twinkling trails and see if you can outrun Rudolph himself. Whether youre racing for glory or just running for the glow, this is one you dont want to miss!
Race Highlights:
Night course lit with glow sticks & Christmas lights
Christmas costumes encouraged
Awards for top finishers
Post-race music, snacks
RACE INFORMATION
Rudolph's Revenge is a fundraiser to benefit The Northwestern Cross Country Team.
RACE DESCRIPTION
The 5K will be held on Northwestern High Schools Campus and will contain elements of the Cross Country Course. The course is run primarily on grass, but will be on the track for a short part of each loop.
The 5K race is for all ages and will be chip timed. Results will be posted on RunSignUp following the event.
The tentative start time for the 5k is 8:30pm. THIS WILL BE A NIGHT RACE! We will have a water station on the course were runners can access water just past the halfway point.
AWARDS
Top 3 males and top 3 females in the 5K will receive awards. Currently, age group awards will be given to the top finisher in the following categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99. Depending on how many runners we have register, we may go 3 deep in the age group awards. No double dipping with awards. In other words, if you are one of the top 3 overall finishers, you will not be eligible for an age group award.
LOCATION AND COURSE MAP
The address for Northwestern High School is 2503 W Main St, Rock Hill, SC 29732. Turn into the entrance at the stoplight between The ATC and Northwestern High School. Follow the entrance road to the end and turn right into the parking lot to park. Follow the covered walkway behind Northwestern to the start line. Packet pickup will be in the rear of the school near the start/finish line. See course and facility map below.
5K Course Map (coming soon)
Map of Event Venue (coming soon)
RACE DAY EXPO
We will provide some snacks and water for after the race. The Charlotte Running Company will be on hand selling shirts, hoodies, Goodrs, spikes, etc. We will have sponsors on site as well as a food truck. We will announce those as soon as they are confirmed.
T-SHIRTS
5K runners that register by July 5th will receive a t-shirt. Runners that register after that date will receive a shirt while supplies last. We cannot guarantee a t-shirt to runners that register after the July 5th.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Race Day registration will take place until 8:00pm on the evening of the race.
Packet pickup and late/race day registration
Early packet pickup will take place at the Charlotte Running Company in Riverwalk on Friday July 17th from 2:30pm until 6:30pm.
Race day registration and packet pickup will take place from 7:00pm 8:00pm.
We can accept credit card, cash or check for registrations taking place on the morning of the race and cash or check on the Friday before the race.
Make checks out to the Northwestern Trojan Club.
The summer heat meets holiday cheer at the Rudolphs Revenge 5K!
Join us July 18th at 8:30 PM on the Northwestern High School XC Course for a night run lit by glow sticks, Christmas lights, and competitive energy.
Run through twinkling trails and see if you can outrun Rudolph himself. Whether youre racing for glory or just running for the glow, this is one you dont want to miss!
Race Highlights:
Night course lit with glow sticks & Christmas lights
Christmas costumes encouraged
Awards for top finishers
Post-race music, snacks
RACE INFORMATION
Rudolph's Revenge is a fundraiser to benefit The Northwestern Cross Country Team.
RACE DESCRIPTION
The 5K will be held on Northwestern High Schools Campus and will contain elements of the Cross Country Course. The course is run primarily on grass, but will be on the track for a short part of each loop.
The 5K race is for all ages and will be chip timed. Results will be posted on RunSignUp following the event.
The tentative start time for the 5k is 8:30pm. THIS WILL BE A NIGHT RACE! We will have a water station on the course were runners can access water just past the halfway point.
AWARDS
Top 3 males and top 3 females in the 5K will receive awards. Currently, age group awards will be given to the top finisher in the following categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99. Depending on how many runners we have register, we may go 3 deep in the age group awards. No double dipping with awards. In other words, if you are one of the top 3 overall finishers, you will not be eligible for an age group award.
LOCATION AND COURSE MAP
The address for Northwestern High School is 2503 W Main St, Rock Hill, SC 29732. Turn into the entrance at the stoplight between The ATC and Northwestern High School. Follow the entrance road to the end and turn right into the parking lot to park. Follow the covered walkway behind Northwestern to the start line. Packet pickup will be in the rear of the school near the start/finish line. See course and facility map below.
5K Course Map (coming soon)
Map of Event Venue (coming soon)
RACE DAY EXPO
We will provide some snacks and water for after the race. The Charlotte Running Company will be on hand selling shirts, hoodies, Goodrs, spikes, etc. We will have sponsors on site as well as a food truck. We will announce those as soon as they are confirmed.
T-SHIRTS
5K runners that register by July 5th will receive a t-shirt. Runners that register after that date will receive a shirt while supplies last. We cannot guarantee a t-shirt to runners that register after the July 5th.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Race Day registration will take place until 8:00pm on the evening of the race.
Packet pickup and late/race day registration
Early packet pickup will take place at the Charlotte Running Company in Riverwalk on Friday July 17th from 2:30pm until 6:30pm.
Race day registration and packet pickup will take place from 7:00pm 8:00pm.
We can accept credit card, cash or check for registrations taking place on the morning of the race and cash or check on the Friday before the race.
Make checks out to the Northwestern Trojan Club.
Races
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Rudolph's Revenge Open 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30PM EDT)
$25.00
OPENS 01 JAN 26
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