Run with Rudolph

Kick off Mason City’s Home for the Holidays festivities on Saturday, November 28, 2026, with the Run with Rudolph 5K Fun Run in downtown Mason City — a fun, family-friendly event for runners, walkers, and pets alike! Get into the holiday spirit with festive outfits, prizes for the Merriest & Best Dressed, and a cheerful route along State Street.

Event Details:
9:30 AM: Check-In & Registration at the Indoor Principal Pavilion, located in the Southbridge Mall (100 S. Federal Avenue). 
9:45 AM: Merriest & Best Dressed Contest on the Federal Avenue Plaza
10:00 AM: Run with Rudolph begins at State Street & N. Federal intersection (near Moorman Clothiers)
Post-Race: Enjoy lunch downtown, then stay for the Home for the Holidays festivities at 1:00 PM!

Registration Fee: $25.00 (includes a commemorative t-shirt)
Note: T-shirt availability is not guaranteed for registrations received after November 10th.

Register below and make Run with Rudolph part of your holiday tradition! For more event details, click here.

Special thanks to Pritchard Companies, Splash Printing Co., Edwards-Brandt Insurance, Kristy Marquis State Farm, Reflections Salon, Connoisseur Media, 98.7 Kiss Country, and 103.7 The Fox.

>> CLICK HERE to check out the various opportunities to volunteer for this event!