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December 08, 2024

Phoenix Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon / Quarter Marathon / 5K / Reindeer Dash

Rio Vista Park • 8866 W. Thunderbird Road (follow road to back of the park near the playground) PeoriaAZ  85381 Organized by StartLine Sports LLC

About this event

Join us as we get Rudolph & the rest of the reindeer ready for delivery day!

The Phoenix Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5K,

and Reindeer Dash will take place on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at

Rio Vista Park in Peoria.

 

Runners will follow the multi use trails of the New River Trail System.

 

Event details and schedule

Charitable Partner 

Proceeds from this event benefit Ryan House.

Focusing on quality of life and continuity of care, their care team combines compassion with state-of-the-art care to guide your child through their unique life-limiting or end-of-life journey while providing your whole family with peace, comfort, and support.

Our Mission
With our world-class care and programs, we embrace all children and their families as they navigate life-limiting or end-of-life journeys through:

  • Palliative and respite care that addresses the emotional, spiritual, and social needs of the family
  • Continuity of care from diagnosis to end-of-life
  • Expert care provided by our prestigious care partners and highly-trained staff
  • A loving community that offers ongoing support and compassion

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Mail-in Registration Form and Virtual Event 

To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. Mail-in registrations will be accepted until December 2, 2024.

Virtual Run Details

Of course we want you to participate in the Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K event locally but we understand things come up. So, if you can't join us on race day and still want to run, get the medal, and shirt then you still can! Here is your chance to take part in this event no matter where you are! And of course, all prices include shipping! Please note that all items will ship following the event on December 8th. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.

Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com

 

 

What You Get! 

Custom Event Medal for ALL participants.

Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech Long Sleeve or Short Sleeve Shirt for ALL participants.

Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups for the half marathon, quarter marathon and 5K (Race day participants only). Our age groups are the following:

  • 8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over

Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)

Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)

Owned and operated by StartLine Racing!

Please note any race related items (shirts, medals, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those that do not attend.

 

 

Course Maps 

Half Marathon Course Map

Quarter Marathon Course Map

5K Course Map

Reindeer Dash Course Map

The course will take you through dedicated multi use trails (all asphalt and concrete) of the New River Trail System, starting and ending at Rio Vista Park in Peoria - meaning no need for transportation before or after the race just to get back to your car! Please note - this is an open use trail system and does not close for our event.

 

 

Water Stations & Course Support Information 

Water will be located at:

  • Half Marathon - Miles 1.55, 3.1, 4.3, 6.33, 7.3, 8.4, 9.5, 10.6, and 12.6
  • Quarter - Miles .8, 2, 4, and 6
  • 5K - Miles .8, 2 and 2.6

Restrooms will be located on the course at:

  • Half Marathon - Miles 4.4, 7.3, 9.5, and 12.4
  • Quarter - Miles 2.4 and 5.6

GU Gels will be located on the course at:

  • Half Marathon - Miles 7.3 and 9.5

The cut-off time for the Half Marathon will be 4 hours.

 

 

Race Day Information 

Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 7am at Rio Vista Park.

We accept cash, and credit cards on race day (checks are no longer accepted)

PLEASE NOTE - Your swag selection and size are not guaranteed for those who register on race day.

Race day registration fees will be:

  • Half Marathon - $90
  • Quarter - $60
  • 5K - $50
  • Reindeer Dash - $30

Strollers welcome

Leashed pets welcome

The course will take you through the open use trails (all asphalt and concrete) of the New River Trail System, starting and ending at Rio Vista Park in Peoria - meaning no need for transportation before or after the race just to get back to your car! Please note - this is an open use trail system and does not close for our event.

Reindeer dash will be an untimed half mile run. All Reindeer Dash participants will receive a medal, bib and tech shirt. Parents who only want to accompany their children on the course do not need to register.

Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.

This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds for due to weather.

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Packet Pick-Up Opportunities 

Packet pick-up will be available on Friday, December 6th from 3-6pm at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix

  • Road Runner Sports is located at 7077 E Mayo Blvd, Suite 150, Phoenix, AZ 85054 (map)

Race day packet pick-up opens at 7am at Rio Vista Park.

 

   

Event schedule 

  •   Fri, December 6, 2024 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix from 3-6pm
  •   Sun, December 8, 2024 7:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
  •   Sun, December 8, 2024 8:00 AM - Half Marathon Begins
  •   Sun, December 8, 2024 8:15 AM - Reindeer Dash Begins
  •   Sun, December 8, 2024 8:45 AM - Quarter Marathon Begins
  •   Sun, December 8, 2024 9:00 AM - 5K Begins
  •   Sun, December 8, 2024 10:00 AM - Awards Ceremony

Location

Rio Vista Park

8866 W. Thunderbird Road (follow road to back of the park near the playground) PeoriaAZ  85381

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Categories

Half Marathon - Individual Age group/open

$65.00

Quarter Marathon - Individual Age group/open

$35.00

5K - Individual Age group/open

$25.00

Reindeer Dash - Individual Age group/open

$15.00

Virtual Run - Individual Age group/open

$30.00

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