About This Race
π About the Reindeer Run
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The Reindeer Run is a holiday tradition in Lakewood, Ohio π , including a 5K road race, Merry Mile (1 mile walk) and b.a. Sweetie Dasher Dash (quarter-mile race π¦).
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This year, the Reindeer Run celebrates it's 27th year running on Sunday, December 13, 2026 at Lakewood Park!
β€οΈ Who does this event benefit?
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This year's Reindeer Run benefits Love Doesn't Shove π.
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More information can be found HERE
ποΈ Registration Information
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Online registration opens July 1 and closes 30 minutes before the start on race morning on December 13.
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Participants can register online at ReindeerRunCleveland.com
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Those paying by check can mail this paper entry form HERE with payment to Hermes Sports & Events (2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2. Cleveland, OH 44113).
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Payments must be received by Wednesday, December 10.
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Participants can also pay by cash or check and bring payment to one of the early packet pickups.
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A confirmation email will be sent once payment is received.
2025 Fees
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π° 5K - Early Bird (July 1 - Dec 1) β $35
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π° 5K - Late Rate (Dec 2 - Race Day) β $40
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π¦ 5K - Kids (10 & under) β $25
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π¦ Dasher Dash ( 8 & under) β $10
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Save $5 by selecting "no-shirt" at check-out
Refer and Save $
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This race is offering up to a $30 refund on your registration just by referring your friends to participate! After you register, you will receive a custom referral rewards link in your email; this should be shared with friends on social media, email or text!
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For every 3 participants to register using your personalized shareable referral code, you will receive $10 back on your original form of payment - maximum 9 referrals!
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Additional Details at https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000063164-become-a-referrer
What's Included
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A Chip Timed 5K w/ Live Results
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A Reindeer Run Swag Apparel Item
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A Reindeer Run Finisher Medal Ornament to display on your holiday tree!
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Searchable Race Photographs with Santa & Dasher
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Music, Food and Refreshments
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Overall and Age Group Awards
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Optional novelty swag for purchase including beanies and race shirts!
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Access to Event Sponsors
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The Opportunity to Support local Lakewood Charities During the Holiday Season!
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Dasher Dash Kiddos Receive a Race Bib , Goody Bag (at finish) and the Option of Santa Hat or Reindeer Antlers!
π¦ Packet Pick-Up Information
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Early pickup dates & locations listed HERE later in the year!
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Participants can pick up for others, but should have their confirmation email handy just to be safe.
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If picking up for 5 or more, email [email protected] with your list and we will pre-pack for a speedier checkout
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Race Day pickup is available, but participants should plan to arrive early, as lines may be long!
π Race Day Logistics & Information
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π ΏοΈ Where can I park on race morning?
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Parking is available in and around Lakewood Park.
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Address: 14532 Lake Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107
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Those arriving late may need to park along nearby streets
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π When does each event begin?
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πSunday, December 13, 2026
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π¦ Dasher Dash β 8:45 AM
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πββοΈ 5K Run β 9:00 AM
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π Where does the race begin?
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Lakewood Park (14532 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107)
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π When does race day registration/packet pickup begin?
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7:30 AM
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Those who did not pick up their race packet at an early packet pickup should plan to arrive before 8:00 am
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The race is officially timed using a disposable Bib tag timing system with state-of-the-art Mylaps timing mats.
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All registered participants will receive a race bib number with a timing tag stuck to the back. Please do not alter the bib in any way.
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The race bib must be visible and worn on the front, outermost layer of clothing the entire race. BibTag Timing chips will be adhered in any way.
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Bib numbers and tags are non-transferrable and must be worn by the registrants whom they have been assigned.
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Results are posted LIVE on the Reindeer Run website.
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Scannable QR codes are displayed all around the finish line area for quick access with your phone!
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Contact π§ [email protected] after results are officially posted.
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If you did not wear a bib during the race, you will not receive a result.
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π₯π₯π₯ Top 3 overall male & female finishers in the 5K
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Top Overall finishers are based on Gun Time.
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If you believe you will be a top finisher, please position yourself to start at the front of the race!
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π Top 3 finishers (male & female) in these age groups:
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π¦ 10 & under | π 11-14 | π 15-19 | π 20-24 | ... (up to 80+)
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Age Group Awards are based on Chip Time
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π The Jess Bell Senior Division Awards (for top male and female finishers 60+)
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Awards are passed out at the same location as registration - please come to the Awards table to claim your award race morning!
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π’ Pick up at the Hermes Office (2425 West 11th St. Cleveland, OH - call or email us before you plan to stop out 216-623-9933)
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πββοΈ Have it sent to your next Hermes race (email π§ [email protected])
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π« No mailing of awards β Awards can be claimed for up to 30 days after the race.
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π΅ Can I get a refund or transfer to another person?
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π« No refunds β all entries are non-refundable & non-transferable to future races.
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β You can transfer your entry to another person for free before packet pickup!
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π How do I transfer my registration?
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1οΈβ£ Log into RunSignUp and choose "Gift Transfer"
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2οΈβ£ Enter the new runner's name & email π§
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3οΈβ£ Once they register, your entry is removed
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More info π How-To Transfer
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Yes! Pick up at our office the following week or at packet pickupπ (Call 216-623-9933 or email [email protected] before coming in).
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We do not mail packets after the event.
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Yes! volunteer opportunities will be listed on the race website after registration opens in July.
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Volunteers are asked to help with race day check-in from 7:00am-9:00am and a race shirt is provided!
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Walking is welcome, but police may ask late walkers to move to the sidewalk after 10am (1 hour after the Start).
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Walkers must line up at the back of the race start line!
- Cleveland, Ohio weather is unpredictable! βοΈ One year it was in the teens with ...
π Timing, Results & Awards
β±οΈ How is this race timed?
Bibs and Timing Tags?
π Where can I see my results?
β What if my results are incorrect or missing?
π Awards Categories?
π¬ I couldnβt pick up my awardβhow can I get it?
π Refunds & Transfers
π If I canβt attend, can I still get my t-shirt and packet?
Miscellaneous
π Can I volunteer?
πΆ Do I have to run, or can I walk?
π‘οΈ What is the weather like?
Course & Race Day Details
Charity Beneficiary
Love Doesn't Shove
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