YMCA Rudolph Run 2026 - 1 mile run fun, 5k, 8k

Lace up your sneakers and get ready for the most festive event of the season — the Rudolph Run at the YMCA of Tuscaloosa! 

Join us on December 5, 2026 for a holly-jolly run/walk full of Christmas cheer, holiday music, festive outfits, and fun for the whole family! Whether you’re dashing through the snow (or Alabama sunshine), walking with friends, or racing to the finish line, this is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season.

Run Run Rudolph:
🎄 Festive holiday spirit
🦌 Christmas Community fun
☕ Hot cocoa & Christmas cheer
👟 A fun run/walk for all ages
📸 Merry photo opportunities
🎁 Holiday memories you won’t forget!

Grab your Santa hats, reindeer antlers, and favorite Christmas sweaters, and come celebrate the season with us at the Y!

December 5, 2026
YMCA of Tuscaloosa

Don’t miss this merry and bright community tradition — we can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

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Race Info:

Registration begins: 7 AM

1 Mile Run Fun Start Time: 7:45AM 

5K and 8K Race Start Time: 8 AM

Child Watch will begin at 7:30am & consist of fun activities for kids of all ages while parents are on the course.

8k Individual AWARDS:

Awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male & Female

1st, 2nd, and 3rd placings for Male & Female in the following age categories:

Under 9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

5k Individual AWARDS:

Awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male & Female

1st, 2nd, and 3rd placings for Male & Female in the following age categories:

Under 9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

1 mile fun run 

All kids under 9 years old will receive a medal