Reindeer Run 5K

Event Overview

The Reindeer Run 5K is one of Pittsboro’s favorite holiday traditions! This family-friendly event brings together runners, walkers, families, and community members while raising funds for the Chatham County Partnership for Children’s Physical Activity Grant Program, which helps create more opportunities for people of all ages to stay active and healthy throughout Chatham County.

Supporting Partner

• Organization: The Chatham County Partnership for Children proudly supports families with children under the age of five through direct family services, coaching and technical assistance for child care providers, and programs that promote healthy family activities across our community.
• Impact: Visit chathamkids.org to learn more about the impact made possible through your participation.

Course Information

This year, participants will experience an updated course route. While portions of the race on the Central Carolina Community College campus may look different from previous years, runners will still enjoy the familiar downtown Pittsboro section, a favorite part of the Reindeer Run experience. The course will continue to begin and end at Central Carolina Community College and provide the same festive atmosphere that participants have come to expect.

Participant Experience

• Event Type: Whether you're racing for a personal best or enjoying a fun holiday outing with family and friends, the Reindeer Run offers something for everyone.
• Course Certification: Serious runners will appreciate our USATF-sanctioned course.
• Dress Code: Others may choose to wear their favorite holiday attire and enjoy the event at their own pace.

Awards Categories

• Individual Overall: Awards will be presented for the top individual overall.
• Individual Age Groups: Awards will recognize top finishers in individual age groups.
• Teams: Awards will be given for team competitions.
• Participation: Participants may register as an Individual or as part of a Team.

Team Registration

Teams consist of five or more members, and team results are determined by the combined time of the three fastest finishers. School Teams are reserved for local school groups, including students and staff. When registering, please select the School Team event if applicable.

How to Register Your Team

Register your entire team at once using one payment method, or have team members register individually.

• Creating a Team: To create a team, select "Teams" on the left side of the registration page and click "Register & Create a Team." Choose "Team 5K" as your event, click the red "Team" button, and create your team name.
• Joining an Existing Team: Members registering separately can join an existing team by selecting "Team 5K" and searching for the team name under the "Team" button.

Children's Event

✨ Rudolph's Fun Run is designed especially for our younger participants. This kid-friendly course (approximately ¾ mile) remains entirely on the CCCC campus. Participants will celebrate crossing the finish line with a medal presented by Rudolph and his helpers!

Registration Information

We strongly encourage participants to register online for the easiest registration experience. Shirts are guaranteed only to participants who register by November 13, 2026. After this date, shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed, exchanged, or changed.

Event Details

Date: 2026-12-12

Location: Central Carolina Community College, Pittsboro, NC

For more details, visit: Reindeer Run 5K Registration Page