Spectator Information
Master Ralphie Parker wants to share his 3 favorite places to watch your favorite runners on race day!
- Starting Line: In in front of Tower City Center at Public Square at the starting line
- Mid Course: Lincoln Park on West 14th St.
- Finishing area: The corner of West 11th St and Rowley Ave. (in front of the Rowley Inn).
- We also have two official “CHEER STATIONS” along the route! We are happy to announce this year that Grumpy’s Café on West 14th St and the Clark Bar on Clark Ave will be celebrating and cheering on the runners! Come to these great establishments as they support the run! Spectators need to arrive between 8:00AM – 8:45AM to ensure positioning before the start of the races.
Busses and Transportation for Spectators:
Participant Safety and Public Safety:
Spectators and participants alike are the eyes and ears of safety for all that are involved in this event. If a person is in need of medical assistance, call 911 and notify race officials immediately. Your response is key to the safety of others. EMS will be on alert if assistance is needed. Intersections will be staffed by police officers, security personnel and course marshals. Please follow their instructions for the safety of you and others. Thank you in advance for your diligence.
Thank you for helping to keep yourself and those around you safe. Please join us in being vigilant of your surroundings during The Cleveland Christmas Run Weekend. If you see a suspicious person, object or vehicle along or near the race course, report the sighting to 911 or to law enforcement personnel.
Do not store, hide or leave any personal items, backpacks, packages or clothes along or near the race course, including the start and finish line areas areas on Huron Street or on West 11th Street at the A Christmas Story House & Museum area. Please leave your personal items with a friend or family member.
