ATSU Reindeer Romp
ATSU Reindeer Romp is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Kirksville, MO, with an entry fee of $20.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (78 days to go)
- Location
- 111 S Elson St, Kirksville, MO
- Price
- $20
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Get ready to jingle all the way at the Annual Reindeer Romp 4-Mile Run & 1.5-Mile Walk!
This merry tradition is the perfect way to dash into the holiday season with a jolly heart and festive flair. Join us for a holly-jolly morning where twinkling lights, cheerful tunes, and community spirit come together.
Whether you’re racing through the 4-mile course like a reindeer in flight or strolling the 1.5-mile walk to soak in the holiday magic, you’ll be spreading cheer and making a meaningful difference for those in need.
On race day, we’ll be collecting food and toys at both Dukum Inn and the Thompson Campus Center (TCC)—a perfect opportunity to embrace the true spirit of giving by giving back to The Salvation Army and the Radio Park Food Drive! Every registered runner and walker will receive a cozy long-sleeve T-shirt, jingle bells to make spirits bright, and festive post-race refreshments to keep your energy merry and high.
After you cross the finish line, unwind with a soft tissue massage provided by the SAAO stretch clinic—the perfect way to stay frosty-free and ready to frolic all season long!
🎁 The best part? Proceeds from the Reindeer Romp will be equally divided between the MODSOH 2028 class, the KCOM 2028 class, and the A.T. Still University Student Emergency Fund, helping support future healthcare heroes and students facing unexpected challenges. So, lace up your sneakers, don your best holiday gear, and bring your brightest festive cheer to the Reindeer Romp—a magical, merry, and meaningful way to celebrate the season with friends, family, and your ATSU community!
Event Highlights:
Packet Pick Up: 12 PM-8 PM on Friday December 4th at 210 S. Osteopathy, Kirksville MO. 63501 OR race day morning at 111 S. Elson St. Kirksville MO. 7:30AM - 8:30 AM
Race Start: 9 AM
Location: 111 S. Elson St. Kirksville MO. 63501
Distance: 4 Mile Run or 1.5 mile run/walk
Awards: Recognition and prizes for top age group runners.
Events
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
42°
Typical Low
24°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kirksville, 1 mi from the venue.
About Kirksville, MO
Population
17,493
as of 2023
City Elevation
956 ft
Nearest Airport
IRK
Kirksville Regional Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 108 mi
Time Zone
Central 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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Waiting For?
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78
Days to train
- Race
- ATSU Reindeer Romp
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- 111 S Elson St, Kirksville, MO
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ATSU Reindeer Romp
Dec 5, 2026