Reindeer Dash

  • Date Sat 6th December 2025
  • Time 10:00AM CST
  • Location Hampshire, Illinois
  • Price $38.99 - $40.99
  • Races 2 races

Event summary

Get ready for a festive celebration at the first annual Reindeer Dash, taking place on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, in beautiful Hampshire, Kane! This mile-long race welcomes participants of all experience levels, offering a perfect opportunity to dash through the season and support a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Burlington/Hampshire Area Food Pantry and Cals Angels Pediatric Cancer Foundation, so your participation makes a difference!

The fun kicks off at 10 AM, and whether you choose to run or walk, you'll enjoy a lively atmosphere complete with a DJ, complimentary hot cocoa, and candy canes to keep you warm. Plus, don’t miss the special guest appearance by Santa Claus! The race consists of four laps around the scenic Seyller Park path, and awards will be given to the top male and female finishers right after the race. Participants can register online until December 5th, or in person on race day. Every entry includes festive swag like cozy custom socks, reindeer antlers, and a commemorative ornament, so be sure to sign up early to secure your goodies! Join us for a day of joy, community spirit, and holiday cheer at the Reindeer Dash!

Organiser's Description

THE HAMPSHIRE TOWNSHIP PARK DISTRICT PRESENTS THE FIRST ANNUAL REINDEER DASH!

This mile long race is a festive celebration for runners of all experience levels. Run (or walk) for a good cause! A portion of the proceeds from this race will be donated to both the Burlington/Hampshire Area Food Pantry and Cals Angels Pediatric Cancer Foundation.

This event will also have a DJ to keep things fun, and complimentary hot cocoa and candy canes to keep things warm!

Special guest appearance by, SANTA CLAUS!

RACE TIMES

The race will begin at 10am. The race will go on rain or shine. However, if weather is declared unsafe at start time, such as dense fog or storms, race time will be delayed.

REGISTRATION

Online registration is open now until December 5th at 3:00pm. Registration re-opens on race day from 9:00am to 9:45am at Hampshire Middle School in person only. No entries will be accepted after 9:45am.

PRICES

Hampshire residents: $35 until 11/3, then $40

Non-Residents (nr): $37 until 11/3, then $42

Kids (6 & under): $30r/32nr until 11/3 then $35r/$37nr



RACE SWAG

Entry fee includes some awesome festive race swag! You will receive a pair of cozy custom socks, a snazzy set of reindeer antlers, and a custom tree ornament commemorating this event. Race swag is given out on a first come, first served basis. Last minute registrations may miss out, so dont wait! Swag items will become limited after 11/10. Race bags will be available starting December 3rd at 9am at the Hampshire Township Park District, 182 S. State St, Hampshire during office hours or pick up the day of the race. Bib numbers will be in the race bags and must be worn during the race.

RACE ROUTE

The race will be four laps around the path at Seyller Park.

AWARDS

AN AWARD CEREMONY WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE RACE!

Trophies will be awarded to the top male and female finishers.

You must be present to receive an award. They may also be picked up the week following the race at the park office, they will not be mailed.

Online results will be posted at j3timing.com at completion on the race. No printed results will be given out at the race.

AGE GROUPS

All ages are welcome to participate!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Strollers are allowed. Bikes, skates, scooters, any motorized vehicle and dogs are not permitted at this event.

Donations to the Food Pantry and to Cals Angels are included in your fee. However, if you would like to make an additional physical donation you will be able to do so on the day of the race.

What do I donate?

Food Pantry: shelf stable food items, peanut butter, canned meat, canned beans, canned fruits & vegetables, canned soup, cereal, applesauce, granola bars, baby food/formula, flour, spices, pasta, rice.

Cals Angels: packaged toys, LEGO, board games, puzzles, art supplies, Play-Doh, Barbies, baby dolls, action figures, Hotwheels/Matchbox, gift cards (Amazon, Visa, Target, Abt, American Express, Walmart). NO stuffed animals, and must be packaged.

Races

  • Reindeer Dash

    Incl. $3.99 Fee & Socks

    Sat 6th December 2025 (10:00AM CST)

    $38.99

  • Reindeer Dash

    Incl. $3.99 Fee & Socks

    Sat 6th December 2025 (10:00AM CST)

    $40.99

Reviews

Doing this event?

First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event. You'll be able to review this event once it's taken place.

Location

400 E. Jefferson Ave, Hampshire, 60140, IL, United States

Who's In

See who else is doing this event

Be the first

No-one has marked this event as 'Doing' or 'Maybe' yet. Will you be the first?

More from findarace.com

You might like

Dec 6, 2025

$38.99 - $40.99