Reindeer Run 5K
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Pittsboro, North Carolina
- Price $10.00 - $35.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the Reindeer Run 5K on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in beautiful Pittsboro, Chatham County! This family-friendly event not only promises a fun-filled day of running but also supports a great cause, with proceeds directly funding the Physical Activity Grant to promote healthy lifestyles for all ages in the community.
Participants will start and finish at Central Carolina Community College, enjoying a scenic route that winds through the campus and historic downtown Pittsboro. Whether you're a serious runner aiming for a personal best on this USATF-sanctioned course or someone who loves to don a holiday costume for a leisurely jog, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss out on the separate Rudolph's Fun Run, a delightful 3/4 mile course tailored for younger participants, where kids will receive a special medal from Rudolph himself! With awards for individual overall winners, age group categories, and teams, the Reindeer Run 5K is a perfect way to celebrate the season while making a positive impact in the community. Register early to secure your shirt and join in on the fun!
Participants will start and finish at Central Carolina Community College, enjoying a scenic route that winds through the campus and historic downtown Pittsboro. Whether you're a serious runner aiming for a personal best on this USATF-sanctioned course or someone who loves to don a holiday costume for a leisurely jog, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss out on the separate Rudolph's Fun Run, a delightful 3/4 mile course tailored for younger participants, where kids will receive a special medal from Rudolph himself! With awards for individual overall winners, age group categories, and teams, the Reindeer Run 5K is a perfect way to celebrate the season while making a positive impact in the community. Register early to secure your shirt and join in on the fun!
Organiser's Description
Reindeer Run 5K Run, Celebrate, and Make a Difference! THIS TRULY IS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT, AND PROCEEDS DIRECTLY FUND OUR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY GRANTHELPING TO CREATE MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES TO STAY ACTIVE AND HEALTHY RIGHT HERE IN CHATHAM COUNTY.
The Chatham County Partnership for Children is proud to support families with children under the age of five through direct services for families, coaching, technical assistance for childcare providers, and the promotion of healthy family activities throughout Chatham County.
Visit chathamkids.org to learn about the impact we create thanks to your contribution in participating in the race.
The Reindeer Run 5K is one of Pittsboros favorite traditions! Starting and finishing at Central Carolina Community College, the race winds through the beautiful campus, into historic downtown Pittsboro, and back again.
This event offers the perfect mix of competitive spirit and festive fun! Serious runners will love our USATF-sanctioned course, while others may enjoy dressing in their best holiday costumes to jog or walk their way to the finish line. Its a race for all agesplus, were thrilled to offer a separate Rudolphs Fun Run just for younger participants!
Awards will be given in the following categories:
Individual Overall
Individual Age Groups
Teams
You can participate as an Individual or as part of a Team!
Teams consist of five or more members, and the team time will be the sum of the three fastest finishers.
School Teams are reserved for local school groups (students, staff, and even parents!). When you register, please make sure to select the School Team event if applicable.
How to Register Your Team:
You can register your entire team at once (using one credit card) or have team members register individually.
To create a team, select Teams on the left and then click Register & Create a Team. Choose Team 5K as your event, click the red Team button, and create your Team name.
Members registering separately can find the team by selecting Team 5K and searching for the Team name under the Team button.
sparkles Rudolphs Fun Run!
This short, kid-friendly course (3/4 of mile) stays on the CCCC campus. Participants will celebrate crossing the finish line with a medal presented by Rudolph and his helpers!
Important Registration Details:
We strongly encourage everyone to register online for the easiest experience.
Shirts are guaranteed only to participants who register by November 21, 2025. After this date, shirt sizes cannot be exchanged or changed.
The Chatham County Partnership for Children is proud to support families with children under the age of five through direct services for families, coaching, technical assistance for childcare providers, and the promotion of healthy family activities throughout Chatham County.
Visit chathamkids.org to learn about the impact we create thanks to your contribution in participating in the race.
The Reindeer Run 5K is one of Pittsboros favorite traditions! Starting and finishing at Central Carolina Community College, the race winds through the beautiful campus, into historic downtown Pittsboro, and back again.
This event offers the perfect mix of competitive spirit and festive fun! Serious runners will love our USATF-sanctioned course, while others may enjoy dressing in their best holiday costumes to jog or walk their way to the finish line. Its a race for all agesplus, were thrilled to offer a separate Rudolphs Fun Run just for younger participants!
Awards will be given in the following categories:
Individual Overall
Individual Age Groups
Teams
You can participate as an Individual or as part of a Team!
Teams consist of five or more members, and the team time will be the sum of the three fastest finishers.
School Teams are reserved for local school groups (students, staff, and even parents!). When you register, please make sure to select the School Team event if applicable.
How to Register Your Team:
You can register your entire team at once (using one credit card) or have team members register individually.
To create a team, select Teams on the left and then click Register & Create a Team. Choose Team 5K as your event, click the red Team button, and create your Team name.
Members registering separately can find the team by selecting Team 5K and searching for the Team name under the Team button.
sparkles Rudolphs Fun Run!
This short, kid-friendly course (3/4 of mile) stays on the CCCC campus. Participants will celebrate crossing the finish line with a medal presented by Rudolph and his helpers!
Important Registration Details:
We strongly encourage everyone to register online for the easiest experience.
Shirts are guaranteed only to participants who register by November 21, 2025. After this date, shirt sizes cannot be exchanged or changed.
Races
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Individual 5K
Incl. T-Shirt (Guaranteed if Registered by 11/21)
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$35.00
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Team 5K
Incl. T-Shirt (Guaranteed if Registered by 11/21)
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$35.00
Teams must consist of at least 3 participants -
School Team 5k
Incl. T-Shirt (Guaranteed if Registered by 11/21)
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$30.00
This registration type is reserved for teams consisting of students and teachers/staff from schools. -
Rudolph's Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt (Guaranteed if Registered by 11/21)
Sat 13th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$10.00
This event is typically for runners under 12. We encourage those 12 and older to take part in the 5k race. Runners younger than 12 are allowed to participate in the 5k if they choose. -
Virtual 5k
Incl. T-Shirt (Guaranteed if Registered by 11/18)
$30.00
The Reindeer Run has been a great community event, celebrating its 21st year. We understand some people have moved away but still want to support what we are doing here in Chatham County. For this Reindeer Run option, you run your 5k on your own time or with your group and submit your time through RunSignup or by email to [email protected] by 12/18/24. Runners in this event are not eligible for awards.
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