Reindeer Stampede 5k/Fun Run

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302 South Wilmington St, Richlands NC

Saturday, December 6th, 2025

Race Overview

Dash into the season of giving with the Reindeer Stampede presented by Thompson's Signature Homes!

Join us on Saturday, Dec. 6, in downtown Richlands for the Reindeer Stampede 5K -- a festive fun-run with a mission. Every step you take helps Operation Christmas Stocking and the Blessing Shed provide pantry staples and personal care items to local neighbors facing food and hygiene insecurity.

Whether you sprint, jog, prance or stroll in your best holiday gear, your registration fee directly feeds families during the toughest time of year.

Additional Opportunities

Fundraising: Fundraising and donation available.
Sponsorship: Become a sponsor (packages from $100 to $1000) or donate online and double the cheer.

Lace up, dress up (those reindeer antlers are optional but encouraged!) and let's stampede hunger out of our community -- one jingle bell at a time. Team entries: Largest teams will get additional prizes.

What to Expect!

T-shirts: Optional for $15 fee if ordered by November 15, 2025.
Finisher Medals: Finisher medals for the 5k run.
Refreshments: Refreshments available.
Costume Contest: Prizes for the costume contest.

Race Start Times

9:00am 5K Start

Packet Pick Up

Early Pickup: Friday, 5 December 2025, 5pm to 8pm at The Blessing Shed, 111 Kinston Highway, Richlands, NC 28574.
Race Day Pickup: 7:30 AM at the race site (highly encourage packet pick up on Friday!).

Timing

Atlantic Coast Timing/EHM Finishline Race management will time this year's event using the Chronotrack Timing Systems. A disposable timing tag will be attached to your race bib and must be worn on the front of your body/costume.