5K Reindeer Trot
5K Reindeer Trot is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Keystone Heights, FL, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- December 12, 2026 (162 days to go)
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The 5K Reindeer Trot is a run created to honor the life and legacy of Dakota Thacker. All proceeds support scholarships to Keystone Heights High School Volleyball, as well as to the NBHA (National Barrel Horse Association) to support a youth that qualifies for world show that is in financial need.
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
72°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Starke, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Keystone Heights, FL
City Elevation
146 ft
Nearest Airport
GNV
Gainesville Regional Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
JAX
Jacksonville International Airport · 51 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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162
Days to train
- Race
- 5K Reindeer Trot
- Date
- December 12, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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5K Reindeer Trot
Dec 12, 2026