35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Distance
- 35th Annual Reindeer Run 5K · Child Registration (Child includes ages 5 to 16 )
From the Organizer
Half-Moon Outfitters Reindeer Run, presented by The Charleston Place, is a family-oriented, pet-friendly 5k run/walk located in downtown Charleston, SC. This year we celebrate our 35th year of the annual race!
The event has grown significantly over the years; from only a few hundred participants to record attendance of over 3,500 runners. The funds generated from the Reindeer Run benefits the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital located in downtown Charleston. This hospital provides more spacious, family-centered amenities and expanded services, including an expanded neonatal intensive care unit, an entire floor dedicated to the care of children with cancer, and the most comprehensive pediatric heart center in South Carolina.
COSTUME CONTEST:
We're bringing back a crowd favorite, the costume contest! So be sure to dress up in your festive best for the race!
Our categories will once again include: Adult Individual, Child Individual, Group and Dog. We award the top 3 from each category with lots of great prizes and gift cards from restaurants and attractions around the Charleston area. You do not want to miss out on all the fun!
The Details:
PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, December 11th from 12:00-6:00 PM at Half Moon Outfitters - West Ashley (94 Folly Rd Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407)
There will be limited packet pickup on race morning from 7-7:45. You are strongly encouraged to pickup on Friday if possible.
Race Location:
The race will start on Meeting Street near American Gardens. 141 Meeting Street
Race info:
Race Starts promptly at 8am!
Recommend parking in one of the many parking garages throughout the city.
Overall awards will be based on Gun time and all age groups will be based on chip time. Overall Awards and costume contest will start at 9am.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
61°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Charleston City, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Charleston, SC
Population
152,014
as of 2023
Elevation
-4 ft
Nearest Airport
CHS
Charleston International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- 35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk
- Date
- December 12, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk?
- 35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk is a running race held in Charleston, South Carolina on December 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Charleston, South Carolina at 141 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk
Dec 12, 2026