Ocala Reindeer Run

DEC

12

2026

The 49th annual Ocala Reindeer Run offers a festive 5K, a free kids' dash, and a virtual race option. Early registrants can secure a custom finisher's medal and a guaranteed t-shirt. The event takes place in Ocala in December.

Sat 12 Dec 2026

Ocala, Florida

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Ocala Reindeer Run is a running event scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2026, in Ocala, Florida. This marks the 49th annual edition of the race.

Race Events

The event includes three different race options:

A 5K run with a registration fee of $30.
A free Rudolph Dash Kids Fun Run.
A Reindeer Run Virtual Race with a registration fee of $30.

Event Details

The race venue is at NDS Global on 512 E Silver Springs Blvd in Ocala. A pre-race packet pickup is scheduled for the Friday before the event from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Hilton Garden Inn on 120 E Silver Springs Blvd. On race day, packet pickup starts at 3:00 PM.

For the first 320 registrants, a custom finisher's medal is offered; registrants after that number receive a different medal. Registering by December 1st guarantees a t-shirt. The race only permits licensed and registered service dogs to participate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

Reindeer Run Virtual Race

Rudolph Dash Kids Fun Run