ABWR Half Marathon - Griffith Park
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Reindeer Run at Griffith Park
Reindeer Run is a holiday-themed running event at Griffith Park in Los Angeles on December 19, 2026. The event uses a hard-packed dirt horse trail that is shared with pedestrians and equestrians and includes one brief street crossing. The course is marked with cones and signs and participants are asked to keep to the right and pass on the left.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K (two 5K loops)
- 15K (three 5K loops)
- Half marathon (three loops of about 4.37 miles)
There is an aid station at the turnaround supplying water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups and GU gels. Every registration includes a custom finisher medal, a drawstring goodie bag, live results at the moment of finish, free photos and free videos. Age group awards are available and must be picked up at the race.
Race-day registration accepts credit card, cash, Apple Pay, Venmo, Zelle or PayPal with listed fees for each distance. Parking is available in the large lot near the Merry Go Round, with access from Crystal Springs Drive and Fire Road. The start and finish are on a grass area near picnic tables between the Merry Go Round and the corner of Crystal Springs Drive and Fire Road.
The half marathon has a 3 hour 15 minute time limit. The event has a no refund policy and transfers are handled by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
