Reindeer Run

About the Reindeer Run

• Event Description: The Reindeer Run is a holiday tradition in Lakewood, Ohio, including a 5K road race and a kid's Dasher Dash (quarter-mile race).
• Celebration: This year, the Reindeer Run celebrates its 26th year running on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Lakewood Park!

Who does this event benefit?

• Beneficiary: This year's Reindeer Run benefits Love Doesn’t Shove.
• More Information: More information can be found HERE.

Registration Information

• Registration Dates: Online registration opens July 1 and closes 30 minutes before the start on race morning on December 13.
• Registration Website: Participants can register online at ReindeerRunCleveland.com.
• Entry Form: 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).
• Payment Deadline: Payments must be received by Wednesday, December 10.

2025 Fees

• 5K - Early Bird: $35 (July 1 - Dec 1).
• 5K - Late Rate: $40 (Dec 2 - Race Day).
• 5K - Kids: $25 (10 & under).
• Dasher Dash: $10 (8 & under).

Refer and Save $

• Refund Offer: This race is offering up to a $30 refund on your registration just by referring your friends to participate!
• Referral Rewards: 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!
• More Information: Additional Details at HERE.

What’s Included

• Timing: A Chip Timed 5K with live results.
• Swag: A Reindeer Run Swag Apparel Item.
• Medal: A Reindeer Run Finisher Medal Ornament to display on your holiday tree!
• Awards: Overall and Age Group Awards.

Packet Pick-Up Information

• Pickup Dates: Early pickup dates & locations listed HERE later in the year!
• Confirmation Email: Participants can pick up for others but should have their confirmation email handy just to be safe.

Race Day Logistics & Information

• Parking: Parking is available in and around Lakewood Park.
• Address: 14532 Lake Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107.
• Event Start Times: Dasher Dash – 8:45 AM: 5K Run – 9:00 AM.

Timing, Results & Awards

• Timings: The race is officially timed using a disposable Bib tag timing system with state-of-the-art Mylaps timing mats.
• Awards: Top 3 overall male & female finishers in the 5K will be recognized.

Refunds & Transfers

• Refund Policy: No refunds – all entries are non-refundable & non-transferable to future races.
• Transfers: You can transfer your entry to another person for free before packet pickup!

Miscellaneous

• Volunteer: Yes! Volunteer opportunities will be listed on the race website after registration opens in July.
• Walking: Walking is welcome, but police may ask late walkers to move to the sidewalk after 10am.

Contact & Updates

• Updates: Yes! We’ll send packet pickup reminders before race week.
• Contact Us: Email us at roadracing@hermescleveland.com, or call us at 216-623-9933.

More Information

• Event Website: Visit here for more details.