Reindeer Run - Minneapolis

DEC

19

2026

Holiday themed road races around Lake Harriet in Minneapolis on December 19, 2026, with 5K, 10K, 15K and a 0.4 mile kids run, costumed runners, Santa characters on site, age group awards, and a 12 minute per mile requirement for the 15K.

Sat 19 Dec 2026

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Website Registration

15 kilometers 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Reindeer Run in Minneapolis

The Reindeer Run is a holiday themed road race held around Lake Harriet in Minneapolis. The event date is December 19, 2026, and the Reindeer Run is presented as the 39th annual running of this Minnesota event that began in 1987. The program includes multiple distance options and a separate kids run.

Distances offered:

5K
10K
15K
0.4 mile kids run

The event notes costumed runners and on-course photo opportunities with Mr and Mrs Claus and Rudolph. A 12 minute per mile pace requirement applies to 15K participants. The schedule is arranged so the longer races begin ahead of the 5K to allow the 15K to complete its course before the 5K starts.

The event references a 2025 shirt and finisher medal. Age group awards are part of the results and recognition. The race lists partners, including the Salvation Army, among its community supporters. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

15 km

15k

10 km

10k

5 km

5k Run/walk