

Old Town Rudolph Run
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
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When and where is Old Town Rudolph Run?
Old Town Rudolph Run is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Leander, Texas. The first event starts at 10:00 AM local time. Distances: 5K. The current entry fee is $43 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 2, 2026.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town Rudolph Run 5K | 5K | Dec 5, 2026, 10:00 AM | $43.00 until Nov 14, 2026 | Opens Dec 15, 2025 · Closes Dec 2, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Old Town Rudolph Run
Hosted by the Leander Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, the 11th annual Old Town Rudolph Run 5K takes place in Old Town Leander. This chip-timed event starts in the heart of Old Town and tours through the streets of Leander. The course is flat and fast with no hills or rough terrain. This 5K will have limited participation, so sign up early to ensure you can join us for this exciting event.
RACE DETAILS & SCHEDULE:
The Old Town 5K Saturday Dec. 5, 2026 at 10:00am. The chip-timed course is mostly flat & fast. The race will begin and finish at W. Willis St. and Bagdad St. in Old Town Leander. Every 5K entrant will receive a high quality shirt of his/her choice and a custom color finisher's medal.
This is a stroller friendly & dog friendly race, all dogs on leashes and only friendly dogs allowed.
PACKET PICK UP:
Race packets can be picked up at the Leander Chamber of Commerce (103 N. West) Thursday the 3rd or Friday the 4th from 9-5pm. There will be no pickup allowed the morning of the race unless you are coming from out of town. All packets must be claimed prior to race day.
PRIZES:
NEW!!!!! 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place!!! The 5K awards ceremony will follow the completion of the race with a 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place medal awarded to the top finisher in each age categories (12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over) for male and female. All finishers will receive a custom collectible medal as they cross the finish line.
PARKING:
Parking is available in the LISD parking lots surrounding Old Town and along the streets of Old Town. For easy access to the lots, follow these directions: From Crystal Falls Parkway, turn onto S. West Drive. Follow S. West Drive North towards Old Town. Lots will be on your right and left as you get close to Old Town. These lots are not accessible from 183. You can also park along Broade St.
FINISH LINE:
The finish line will close at 1 hour 20 mins to open the road. If you have not completed the 5k in that amount of time you will be redirected to the Chamber of Commerce Office to collect your medal.
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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