4730 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles CA
Saturday, December 19th, 2026
It's time for the Reindeer Run 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk at Griffith Parkl!!! Saturday, December 19th, 2026
Check-in - 6:45-7:30AM for everyone
Start - 7:30AM
Included in registration —
- custom finisher medals
- drawstring goodie bags
- free photos
- free videos
- results posted on the website within 12-24 hours of event
- assortment of snacks, samples
- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for group registration.
Start and finish in grass area near picnic tables between Merry Go Round and the corner of Crystal Springs Dr and Fire Rd. Please see images below.
Griffith Park Merry Go Round Lot One
4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Google Maps -- https://maps.app.goo.gl/NniegdZptpxWaATz6
There is a photo of the map on the website -- www.abetterworldrunning.com
Event details and schedule
Custom medals for all finishers!
Goodie bags!
Free photos!
Address -
Start and finish in grass area near picnic tables between Merry Go Round and the corner of Crystal Springs Dr and Fire Rd. Please see images below.
Griffith Park Merry Go Round Lot One
4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Google Maps -- https://maps.app.goo.gl/NniegdZptpxWaATz6
Apple Maps Pin -- 34.131875, -118.283157
In Apple Maps use the address
Griffith Park Lower Beacon Trail
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Start Map - Please see images below.
Parking - Parking will be in the large lot near the Merry Go Round
Enter from Crystal Springs Dr and Fire Rd.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/4VQTy1CUDZP1tkXv9
* there is a photo of the map on the website -- www.abetterworldrunning.com
All the participants will have their results posted with their names and times. And FREE pictures for everyone posted on our facebook page after the event! Pacers and crew are welcome at any time.
* 5k out and back route https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6651612343/
* 10k 2 x 5k loops
* 15k 3 x 5k loops
* Half marathon 3 x 4.36 mi loop:https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6651620237/
Running/walking with a stroller is allowed. 3:15 time limit for the half marathon. If more time is needed, please email us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for early start.
ALL finishers get a medal. All results will be posted after the event on our website usually the evening of the event on www.abetterworldrunning.com
Free photos are posted on our facebook page -- www.facebook.com/abetterworldrunning
We emphasize a more relaxed, fun and personal racing experience!
OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com
NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS
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