Reindeer Run

🎄 About the Reindeer Run

• Holiday Tradition: The Reindeer Run is a holiday tradition in Lakewood, Ohio 🎅, including a 5K road race, Merry Mile (1 mile walk) and b.a. Sweetie Dasher Dash (quarter-mile race 🦙).
• 27th Year: This year, the Reindeer Run celebrates its 27th year running on Sunday, December 13, 2026 at Lakewood Park!

❤️ Who does this event benefit?

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

📅 Registration Information

• Online Registration: Online registration opens July 1 and closes 30 minutes before the start on race morning on December 13.
• Register Online: Participants can register online at ReindeerRunCleveland.com.
• Check Payments: 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 $

• Referral Reward: This race is offering up to a $30 refund on your registration just by referring your friends to participate!
• Referral Link: After you register, you will receive a custom referral rewards link in your email.
• Details: Additional Details at HERE.

🏅 What’s Included

• Chip Timed: A Chip Timed 5K w/ Live Results.
• Swag Item: A Reindeer Run Swag Apparel Item.
• Finisher Medal: A Reindeer Run Finisher Medal Ornament to display on your holiday tree!
• Race Photos: Searchable Race Photographs with Santa & Dasher.

📦 Packet Pick-Up Information

• Pickup Info: Early pickup dates & locations listed HERE later in the year!
• Pick Up for Others: Participants can pick up for others, but should have their confirmation email handy.
• Race Day Pickup: Race Day pickup is available, but participants should plan to arrive early.

🚗 Race Day Logistics & Information

• Parking: Parking is available in and around Lakewood Park, address: 14532 Lake Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107.
• Event Times: Dasher Dash – 8:45 AM, 5K Run – 9:00 AM.
• Race Location: Lakewood Park (14532 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107).
• Registration Time: 7:30 AM for race day registration/packet pickup.

⏱️ Timing, Results & Awards

• Race Timing: The race is officially timed using a disposable Bib tag timing system.
• Visible Bib: The race bib must be visible and worn on the front, outermost layer of clothing the entire race.
• Results Access: Results are posted LIVE on the Reindeer Run website.
• Contact for Issues: Contact 📧 roadracing@hermescleveland.com after results are posted for any issues.

🏆 Awards Categories

• Top 3 Overall: Top 3 overall male & female finishers in the 5K.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 finishers in various age groups.
• Senior Division: The Jess Bell Senior Division Awards for top male and female finishers 60+.

📬 Collecting Awards

• Post Race Pickup: Pick up at the Hermes Office (2425 West 11th St. Cleveland, OH).
• Claiming Awards: Awards can be claimed for up to 30 days after the race.

⚠️ Refunds & Transfers

• Refund Policy: No refunds – all entries are non-refundable & non-transferable to future races.
• Transfer Info: You can transfer your entry to another person for free before packet pickup.
• Transfer Steps: Log into RunSignUp and choose "Gift Transfer".

👕 T-shirt and Packet

• If Unable to Attend: Yes! Pick up at our office the following week.
• No Mailing: We do not mail packets after the event.

🙋‍♂️ Volunteering

• Volunteer Opportunities: Yes! Opportunities will be listed on the race website after registration opens in July.
• Race Day Check-in: Volunteers help with race day check-in and receive a race shirt.

🚶‍♀️ Walking Participants

• Walking Allowed: Walking is welcome, but police may ask late walkers to move to the sidewalk after 10am.
• Start Position: Walkers must line up at the back of the race start line!

🌤️ Weather Expectations

• Typical Weather: Cleveland weather is unpredictable. Expect brisk temps in the 30's!

🏁 Course Information

• Course Type: Flat & fast – perfect for a 5K PR!
• Bag Check: No bag check unless you are a Road Race Series member.

🐶👶 Bringing Dogs or Strollers

• Safety Guidelines: Dogs and strollers are allowed, but please start at the back of the pack.
• Timing Activation: Chip