Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 4:10PM EST
- Location Ocala, Florida
- Price Free - $32.64
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 48th Annual Ocala Reindeer Run, taking place on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in beautiful Ocala, Marion. This festive event is perfect for runners of all skill levels, featuring a thrilling 5K run and the exciting Rudolph Dash for the little ones. The fun kicks off with packet pick-up on Friday, December 11, from 11 AM to 3 PM at the Hilton Garden Inn, ensuring you're all set for race day!
As an added incentive, the first 320 participants to register will receive a custom finishers medal, while additional registrants will still earn a unique medal. Don’t forget to register by December 1st to guarantee your official event t-shirt! Whether you're racing for fun or aiming for a personal best, the Ocala Reindeer Run is a festive way to celebrate the season while staying active. Bring your holiday spirit and join us for a memorable day of running and community cheer!
As an added incentive, the first 320 participants to register will receive a custom finishers medal, while additional registrants will still earn a unique medal. Don’t forget to register by December 1st to guarantee your official event t-shirt! Whether you're racing for fun or aiming for a personal best, the Ocala Reindeer Run is a festive way to celebrate the season while staying active. Bring your holiday spirit and join us for a memorable day of running and community cheer!
Organiser's Description
Final instructions Click Here [https://runfloridarun.com/2024-reindeer-run/]
The 48th Annual Reindeer Run
The first 320 to register will receive a custom finishers medal, After 320 will receive a different medal.
Register by December 1st to guarantee your t-shirt
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP
Friday 11 am - 3 pm
Hilton Garden Inn
120 E Silver Springs Blvd.
Ocala, FL 34470
Race Date: 12/14/24
Packet Pick Up Starts at 3:00 pm
Rudolph Dash Starts at 4:10 PM
The 5k run will start at 4:20.
PLEASE NOTE, CREWNECK DESIGN IS STILL BEING FINALIZED
Due to insurance, the only dogs permitted to participate in our event are licensed and registered service dogs.
The 48th Annual Reindeer Run
The first 320 to register will receive a custom finishers medal, After 320 will receive a different medal.
Register by December 1st to guarantee your t-shirt
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP
Friday 11 am - 3 pm
Hilton Garden Inn
120 E Silver Springs Blvd.
Ocala, FL 34470
Race Date: 12/14/24
Packet Pick Up Starts at 3:00 pm
Rudolph Dash Starts at 4:10 PM
The 5k run will start at 4:20.
PLEASE NOTE, CREWNECK DESIGN IS STILL BEING FINALIZED
Due to insurance, the only dogs permitted to participate in our event are licensed and registered service dogs.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Reindeer Run Swag
Sat 12th December 2026 (4:20PM EST)
$27.20
The 47th Annual Reindeer Run is back and in person! The first 300 to register will receive a custom finishers medal Register by December 1st to guarantee your t-shirt The 5k run will start at 4:20 in front of Regions Bank on the Bvld. -
Rudolph Dash Kids Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 12th December 2026 (4:10PM EST)
Free
The 45th Annual Reindeer Run is back and in person! -
Reindeer Run Virtual Race
Incl. $2.64 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.64
With the current Pandemic, we understand that people might want to participate without putting themselves or their families at risk. In order to accommodate everyone, we have decided this year to also incorporate a virtual option. People will have 12 days to run a 5k and submit their times. Virtual 5k participants will receive a t-shirt and medal, but will not be eligible for age group or overall awards.
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