Run Run Rudolph 2 Mile Run/Walk

RUN RUN RUDOLPH BENEFITS HANFORD'S POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE - PAL

Register Now and experience the BEST 2 Mile Christmas Run/Walk around, it's a Winter Wonderland in Hanford!

This is a great way to enjoy the holiday season with family and friends, with an awesome route through Historic Downtown Hanford.

Come and experience the 2 Mile Run/Walk, it might just be the BEST 2 Mile, Costume Contest, Event in the Valley! It will also feature a Kid's Reindeer Run. You can even create a Team when you register. Your Team can be made of your family, co-workers, friends, or even with Santa's reindeers.

What a great way to start (or continue for many of you) a family tradition, and it's supporting Hanford's Police Activities League (P.A.L).

 INCLUDED WITH YOUR REGISTRATION

• Run Run Rudolph Long-Sleeve Sport-Tek Race Shirt (gender and youth specific)
• Custom Run Run Rudolph Finisher's Medal 
• Kids Race Finisher's Medal (Kids get Reindeer Antlers)
• FREE Race Photos
• SANTA Visit
• Course is Closed - FAST & FLAT
• Overall Male & Female 2Mile Awards
• Age Group Awards 
• Costume Contests, including Fur-Contest for your dog(s)
• Chip Timed Race (Kids Race is not timed)
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Packet Pick-Up: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19th - Civic Center Park 317 N Douty Street, Hanford, CA 93230 (10:30am - 1:00pm)

Race Day Packet Pick-Up: SUNDAY, December 20th, at Hanford Civic Center Park, 317 N Douty Street, starting at 7:00am (Start/Finish Line)

Want to Become an Event Sponsor? Scroll down and click the "Become a Sponsor" link

RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

8:15am - Kids Reindeer Fun Run (All Kids Get a Medal!)

**6 & Under: 1/4 mile race;  7 - 12 year olds 1/2 mile race (Both races on Douty Street, Out & Back)

8:30am - 2 Mile Run/Walk (All Participants Get a Medal!)

The Run Run Rudolph would not be possible without the support of our sponsors.   By sponsoring the Run Run Rudolph you will be recognized for your commitment to the community, your business name on the back of the race shirts, and more importantly you have the joy of knowing you are supporting the Hanford's Police Activities League (P.A.L.).

To become a Sponsor, Contact Allen Blanchard, at (559) 362-3278.

Well you can't have a Christmas Race without a Costume Contest. We hope to see your best Santa, Mrs. Claus, Reindeer and other Christmas inspired costumes. We encourage everyone to dress up in their favorite holiday costume! The costume contest will be judged just after the Race Awards.

Awards given to the following:

• Most Creative Holiday Themed Costume
• Best Dressed Group Award
• Best Dressed Fur-Pup

This 2 Mile Course is FAST & FLAT! It will start and finish near Hanford's Civic Center Park, which has been turned into a Winter Wonderland, and the route takes advantage of the beauty that downtown Hanford has to offer

Race Date

Date:  Sunday, December 20, 2026

Registration Now Open

Start Times

7:15 am - Packet Pickup and Registration Opens

8:15 am - Packet Pickup and Registration Closes

8:15 am - Kids Fun Run Start

8:30 am - 2 Mile Run/Walk Start

9:15 am - Finish Awards & Contest Awards

Start & Finish Line
The start line will be on Douty Street, between 8th Street and Superior Dairy. The course will run through the scenic, picturesque streets of Historic Downtown Hanford. It's a 2 Mile Race, and it is FAST & FLAT, with Road Closures!!

Refund Policy 

• All entry fees are non-refundable.
• This policy stays in effect whether you are injured, have an unexpected business or family emergency, illness, pregnancy, etc. There are no exceptions.
• As runner's safety is paramount, race management reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event due to events out of management’s control such as natural disasters or other emergencies as determined by race management. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances.
• Management may alter the course and distances for the safety of athletes at any time.
• Please note that the Run Run Rudolph reserves the right to reject any entry.
• Please remember, photographs are continually being taken at and around the race venue and course. By viewing or participating in the race or any of its activities, you are giving the Run Run Rudolph, affiliates or contractors permission to use those photographs without compensation.

  
Race Rules

• All participants must be in good health and physically prepared to take on the challenge of a 2M and/or Kid’s Fun Run.
• All participants must show photo ID to receive your race bib and timing chip.
• All participants must pick up their race packet at the specified locations on Saturday prior to the race or Sunday morning prior to the race.
• Kid's Fun Run participants must be 12 years old or younger. Parents are encouraged to run with their child but not required to pay for adult registration.
• Official timed results will be posted near the finish line at the completion of the race and on this web-site.

Can I register in person race day? 
Yes, however arrive early since the lines can be long.

Can I pick up my friend's packet? 
Yes, but we will need a copy of your friend's ID.

Can I register a friend or family member? 
Yes, but only immediate family members. (husband, wife, children). You may also do so at packet pick up but you will need a copy of their ID.

What times do the runs start? 
Please visit our "Event Details" page.

How long is the Kid's Fun Run? 
We keep them on the shorter side and have the kids start based on their age, the route is an out and back. (parents can run with the kids for free)

Can I run with my dog? 
Yes, but please have the dog on a short leash and start towards the back of the pack. Please remember, you are responsible for your dog's behavior and any clean-up needed.

Can I push a baby stroller on the course? 
Yes, and bring a baby too! Please start towards the middle or back of the pack for safety reasons.

Are race fees refundable or transferable? 
Sorry, but all entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. No exceptions.

What is the course limit? Are walkers welcome? 
Yes, runners and walkers are welcome to the Run Run Rudolph 2 Mile Run/Walk. Participants are required to maintain an 25min/mi pace or faster to meet course time limit requirements.

Please attend the Run Run Rudolph 2 Mile Run/Walk Packet Pick-Up, and avoid the race day delays.

Packet Pick-Up Location:  SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19th - Hanford Civic Center Park, 317 N Douty Street, Hanford, CA. 93230 (10:30am - 1:00pm)

Can't make the Packet Pickup? Don't worry we will have them available on Race Morning from 7:00am - 8:15am along with Race Day Registration.  But, show up early to avoid long lines! 

SCAN THE qr code TO GET INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO SET UP AND USE RACE JOY ON RACE DAY.

RACE JOY IS SOMETHING FOR YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS TO USE ON RACE DAY.

FOR YOU: RACE JOY WILL SEND YOU CHEERS, GIVE YOU A PROGRESS TIME ON YOUR RUN. YOUR FRIENDS CAN SEND YOU CHEERS OF ENCOURAGEMENT. THIS HAPPENS AUTOMATICALLY ON YOUR PHONE. PUT YOUR EARBUDS IN, TURN ON YOUR PHONE, START RACE JOY WHEN THE GUN GOES OFF AND THE FUN BEGINS.

FOR YOUR FRIENDS:  THEY CAN SEE YOUR PROGRESS OF YOUR RUN ON THEIR PHONE, SEND YOU CHEERS OF ENCOURAGEMENTS, ALL AT THE RACE SITE OR FROM HOME. THEY HAVE TO PUT RACE JOY ON THEIR PHONE (SCAN THE QR CODE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO DO IT)

BEST PART, IT'S FREE!!  SCAN THE QR CODE TO GET ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND ENJOY RACE JOY!

2026 Medal Reveal Soon!!