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Saturday, December 19th, 2026
4730 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles CA
Half · 10K · 15K · 5K
48–66°F · low rain risk
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2025
55–70°F
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2024
50–79°F
dry
2023
56–68°F
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2022
43–62°F
dry
2021
47–63°F
dry
2020
50–70°F
dry
2019
40–62°F
dry
2018
49–73°F
dry
2017
50–68°F
dry
2016
39–66°F
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About this race
Event Overview
It's time for the Reindeer Run 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk at Griffith Park!!! Saturday, December 19th, 2026
Check-in and Start Time
- Check-in: 6:45-7:30AM for everyone
- Start: 7:30AM
Registration Includes
- Finisher Medals: Custom finisher medals
- Goodie Bags: Drawstring goodie bags
- Event Videos: Free videos
- Live Results: Live results the moment you finish
Additional Benefits
- Photos: Free photos found by your bib
- Highlight Reels: Cinematic race highlight reels
- Trophies: Achievement badges as you hit milestones
- Tracking: Your Ascend Index ranking across every race
Event Experience
- Application: FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- Snacks: Assortment of snacks and samples
- Inclusivity: Friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- Affordability: Affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Group Discounts
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at [email protected] for group registration.
Location Details
Start and finish in grass area near picnic tables between Merry Go Round and the corner of Crystal Springs Dr and Fire Rd.
Address: Griffith Park Merry Go Round Lot One, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NniegdZptpxWaATz6
Event Schedule
- 5k Route: 5k out and back route More Info
- 10k Route: 2 x 5k loops
- 15k Route: 3 x 5k loops
- Half Marathon: 3 x 4.36 mi loop More Info
Additional Information
- Strollers: Running/walking with a stroller is allowed.
- Time Limit: 3:15 time limit for the half marathon. If more time is needed, please email us.
- Finishers: All finishers get a medal.
- Results: All results will be posted after the event on our website, usually the evening of the event.
Contact and Additional Links
Free photos are posted on our facebook page -- www.facebook.com/abetterworldrunning
Official times and places will be posted on our website: www.abetterworldrunning.com
No refunds, no bandits.
More Information
For further details and to register for the race, visit Registration Page.
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