Reindeer Dash
- Date Sat 6th December 2025
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Hampshire, Illinois
- Price $38.99 - $40.99
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Get ready for a festive fun-filled day at the First Annual Reindeer Dash on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, in beautiful Hampshire, Kane! This exciting mile-long race welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels to run or walk for a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will support the Burlington/Hampshire Area Food Pantry and Cals Angels Pediatric Cancer Foundation, making every step count!
The race kicks off at 10 AM at Seyller Park, where participants will complete four laps around the scenic path. Join in the holiday spirit with lively music from a DJ, warm up with complimentary hot cocoa, and delight in candy canes. Plus, don’t miss the special guest appearance by Santa Claus!
Registration is open now until December 5th at 3 PM, with in-person sign-ups available on race day from 9 AM to 9:45 AM. Participants will receive festive race swag, including cozy custom socks, reindeer antlers, and a commemorative ornament. Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers immediately after the race. Bring your family, friends, and a spirit of giving as you dash through this joyful event!
The race kicks off at 10 AM at Seyller Park, where participants will complete four laps around the scenic path. Join in the holiday spirit with lively music from a DJ, warm up with complimentary hot cocoa, and delight in candy canes. Plus, don’t miss the special guest appearance by Santa Claus!
Registration is open now until December 5th at 3 PM, with in-person sign-ups available on race day from 9 AM to 9:45 AM. Participants will receive festive race swag, including cozy custom socks, reindeer antlers, and a commemorative ornament. Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers immediately after the race. Bring your family, friends, and a spirit of giving as you dash through this joyful event!
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 BAGS
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.
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 BAGS
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.
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