35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Charleston, South Carolina
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in the heart of downtown Charleston, South Carolina! This festive 5k run/walk, hosted by Half-Moon Outfitters, is perfect for the whole family and even your furry friends. Over the years, this beloved event has grown from a few hundred participants to an incredible turnout of over 3,500 runners, all coming together to support a great cause—the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital.
Don't forget to show off your holiday spirit by participating in the exciting costume contest! Whether you're dressing up as Santa, a reindeer, or your favorite holiday character, there are categories for adults, children, groups, and even dogs, with fantastic prizes to be won. The race kicks off at 8 AM, so make sure to arrive early and consider picking up your race packet on Friday, December 11th, from 12 PM to 6 PM at Half-Moon Outfitters. Experience the joy of the season while making a difference in the community—mark your calendars for this can't-miss event!
Don't forget to show off your holiday spirit by participating in the exciting costume contest! Whether you're dressing up as Santa, a reindeer, or your favorite holiday character, there are categories for adults, children, groups, and even dogs, with fantastic prizes to be won. The race kicks off at 8 AM, so make sure to arrive early and consider picking up your race packet on Friday, December 11th, from 12 PM to 6 PM at Half-Moon Outfitters. Experience the joy of the season while making a difference in the community—mark your calendars for this can't-miss event!
Organiser's Description
Half-Moon Outfitters Reindeer Run, presented by The Charleston Place, is a family-oriented, pet-friendly 5k run/walk located in downtown Charleston, SC. This year we celebrate our 35th year of the annual race!
The event has grown significantly over the years; from only a few hundred participants to record attendance of over 3,500 runners. The funds generated from the Reindeer Run benefits the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Childrens Hospital located in downtown Charleston. This hospital provides more spacious, family-centered amenities and expanded services, including an expanded neonatal intensive care unit, an entire floor dedicated to the care of children with cancer, and the most comprehensive pediatric heart center in South Carolina.
COSTUME CONTEST:
We're bringing back a crowd favorite, the costume contest! So be sure to dress up in your festive best for the race!
Our categories will once again include: Adult Individual, Child Individual, Group and Dog. We award the top 3 from each category with lots of great prizes and gift cards from restaurants and attractions around the Charleston area. You do not want to miss out on all the fun!
The Details:
PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, December 11th from 12:00-6:00 PM at Half Moon Outfitters - West Ashley (94 Folly Rd Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407)
There will be limited packet pickup on race morning from 7-7:30. You are strongly encouraged to pickup on Friday if possible.
Race Location:
The race will start on Meeting Street near American Gardens [https://americangardenschs.com/]. 141 Meeting Street [https://www.google.com/maps/place/141+Meeting+St+Parking/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x168ef272c98b6828?sa=X&ved=1t:2428&ictx=111]
Race info:
Race Starts promptly at 8am!
Recommend parking in one of the many parking garages throughout the city.
Overall awards will be based on Gun time and all age groups will be based on chip time. Overall Awards and costume contest will start at 9am.
The event has grown significantly over the years; from only a few hundred participants to record attendance of over 3,500 runners. The funds generated from the Reindeer Run benefits the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Childrens Hospital located in downtown Charleston. This hospital provides more spacious, family-centered amenities and expanded services, including an expanded neonatal intensive care unit, an entire floor dedicated to the care of children with cancer, and the most comprehensive pediatric heart center in South Carolina.
COSTUME CONTEST:
We're bringing back a crowd favorite, the costume contest! So be sure to dress up in your festive best for the race!
Our categories will once again include: Adult Individual, Child Individual, Group and Dog. We award the top 3 from each category with lots of great prizes and gift cards from restaurants and attractions around the Charleston area. You do not want to miss out on all the fun!
The Details:
PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, December 11th from 12:00-6:00 PM at Half Moon Outfitters - West Ashley (94 Folly Rd Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407)
There will be limited packet pickup on race morning from 7-7:30. You are strongly encouraged to pickup on Friday if possible.
Race Location:
The race will start on Meeting Street near American Gardens [https://americangardenschs.com/]. 141 Meeting Street [https://www.google.com/maps/place/141+Meeting+St+Parking/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x168ef272c98b6828?sa=X&ved=1t:2428&ictx=111]
Race info:
Race Starts promptly at 8am!
Recommend parking in one of the many parking garages throughout the city.
Overall awards will be based on Gun time and all age groups will be based on chip time. Overall Awards and costume contest will start at 9am.
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