
From the Organizer
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The 4th race in our Holiday Running Series, when we present our Legacy* and Legend* medals for the year! See site for further information.
This year’s event will take place on Saturday, December 19th, 2026 at 8:00 AM sharp at Festival Park in Aberdeen, MD (click for Google Maps link). As with every race in the series, the Reindeer Run 5k features:
The race will be professionally chip timed using the RaceResult Chip system by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing and Event Management, LLC.
5K start time 8:00 am
1M start time 8:05 am
This is a certified race course, and is fast and flat! Perfect for a family run or a race Personal Best!
A portion of the proceeds of this race will go to benefit the National PTSD Foundation, a 501(c)3 public charity dedicated to helping first responders suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. Please register early, this race usually sells out!
Early packet pickup will be announced and information emailed to all registered participants. Day of packet pickup to begin at 6:30 am. Mailed packets will go out approximately 7-days prior to race day.
Age Groups and Awards:
Male/Female Top 3 Overall
Male/Female top 3 - 9 & Under, 10-14 15-19 20-29.....60-69 & 70+
This race is owned, managed, and professionally timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC
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Reindeer Run 5k
Dec 19, 2026