Reindeer Run
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Dec 12, 2026 - Saturday
5k, 10k, 15k
Race Information
Get ready to Deck the Halls with the annual Reindeer Run and celebrate the holidays with Rudolph, Santa, and Mrs. Clause.
Runners from all over Minnesota come to race around Lake Harriet for a fun, if not cold, run around the (possibly) frozen waters. There will be plenty of hot chocolate and hot coffee to keep you warm, before or after your run.
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Looking for a race that offers more than just miles? Take a tour of Minnesota’s finest paved trails before experiencing the Victorian charm of Stillwater this May.
After winding through the woods on the Gateway and Brown’s Creek Trails, you’ll finish your race at Pioneer Park. High above the river, this finish line offers a panoramic backdrop of the St. Croix Valley that you won’t find anywhere else.
Post-race, Stillwater is the perfect place to relax and recover while looking down on the historic lift bridge and downtown.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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