Reindeer Run

🎅 About the Reindeer Run

• Event Overview: 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 Info: More information can be found HERE.

📝 Registration Information

• Registration Period: Online registration opens July 1 and closes 30 minutes before the start on race morning on December 13.
• Online Registration: Participants can register online at ReindeerRunCleveland.com.
• Check Payment: Those paying by check can mail this paper entry form HERE with payment to Hermes Sports & Events.
• Payment Deadline: Payments must be received by Wednesday, December 10.

💰 2025 Fees

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

🎁 Refer and Save $

• Referral Program: 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!
• Additional Info: More details at HERE.

🏅 What's Included

• Chip Timed: A Chip Timed 5K with Live Results.
• Apparel: A Reindeer Run Swag Apparel Item.
• Medal Ornament: A Reindeer Run Finisher Medal Ornament to display on your holiday tree!
• Awards: Overall and Age Group Awards will be presented.

📦 Packet Pick-Up Information

• Early Pickup: Dates and locations listed HERE later in the year!
• Authorize Pickup: Participants can pick up for others with a confirmation email.
• Race Day Pickup: Available, but plan to arrive early.

🕘 Race Day Logistics & Information

• Parking: Available in and around Lakewood Park. Address: 14532 Lake Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107.
• Start Times: Dasher Dash – 8:45 AM: 5K Run – 9:00 AM on December 13, 2025.
• Race Start Location: Lakewood Park (14532 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107).
• Packet Pickup Start: Begins at 7:30 AM.

⏱️ Timing, Results & Awards

• Timing Method: Officially timed using a disposable Bib tag timing system.
• Bibs: Registered participants receive a race bib with a timing tag.
• Results Access: Results posted LIVE on the Reindeer Run website.

🏆 Awards Categories

• Top Finishers: Top 3 overall male & female finishers in the 5K.
• Age Groups: Top 3 finishers in various age groups.
• Jess Bell Senior Awards: For top male and female finishers 60+.

🔄 Refunds & Transfers

• Refund Policy: No refunds – all entries are non-refundable.
• Transfer Option: You can transfer your entry to another person for free before packet pickup.

🦙 Miscellaneous

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

🌦️ What is the weather like?

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

❓ Get In Touch

• Updates: We’ll send packet pickup reminders before race week.
• Contact: For specific questions, email us at roadracing@hermescleveland.com or call us at 216-623-9933.
• Social Media: Find the Facebook Event on our Facebook page at HermesRoadRacing.