CORE's 2026 Reindeer Run & Roll 5k

The CORE Team along with clients, friends and family are coming together for the 5th annual Reindeer Run and Roll 5k presented by CORE, benefiting the CORE Foundation, Inc. Participants are encouraged to dress up in their most festive holiday gear as we run and roll the beautiful Seminole-Wekiva Trail. 

ENTRY FEE:

On or Before November 12th at 5pm: $35.00 and includes race, t-shirt, and participant medal! 

November 14th - December 4th: $35.00 race only*

December 5th (Day of Registration): $40.00 race only*

*Participant medals will be given out while supplies last. Limited supply. 

MAKE AN EVEN BIGGER IMPACT:
Fundraise for the CORE Foundation Recovery Scholarship Program - invite your friends to donate in support of you or your team! Click the green "Donate" Button above, then scroll down to "Become A Fundraiser" to create your personal fundraising campaign. Then, share across social media! 

EARLY T-SHIRT PICK UP

We will release dates for early t-shirt pickup once they have been delivered. It is typically the week of the race.

*Reminder, if you did not pre-register by November 12th, you are not guaranteed a t-shirt or medal. Extra shirts may be available post race (while supplies last). If you are unsure of if you reserved one, please call 407-951-8936.

DAY OF EVENT SCHEDULE
7:00am - Check In Opens
8:00am - 5k Race Starts for hand cyclists, followed by runners, then walkers/rollers.

Post race, join us for a Parking Lot Party with fun festivities, music, and mimosas! 

FAQ

When and where does the race take place?
Saturday, December 5th, 2026. The race course begins and ends in the CORE parking lot. Registration opens at 7 am. Race start time is promptly at 8 am.

How long is the course?
The 5K is 3.1 miles.

Who gets a T-shirt and medal?
Only pre-registered runners that successfully complete the registration and payment processes by November 13th are guaranteed a free race t-shirt.  The remaining shirts are available for $20 until they run out. Also, day-of participants may face limited sizes and availability. Medals available while supplies last.

Can I participate in the event with my dog?
Sorry, as much as we love our pets too, the safety of participants is our main concern. Therefore, we do not allow pets on the course. Service animals welcome.

Can I participate with a stroller?
Yes, nurturing future generations of runners is a priority and demonstrating healthy lifestyles to our kids is important to us. Please plan to start in the latter part with the walkers.

What do I do with my personal items while I’m running?
Unfortunately for the safety of everyone participating there will be no gear drop-off area on race day. Please leave your belongings in your car or with a non-participant. 

Should I bring my own water?
Yes. For the safety of everyone participating, runners are encouraged to bring their own water. However, we will provide one water station midway through the course.

How do I register?
We are doing our best to make registration and payment a contactless transaction for everyone. Please pre-register online at runsignup.com to make this possible. Otherwise, you can sign-up on race day.

How much does it cost?

During the month of July - Early Reindeer Special $30 and includes race, t-shirt, medal

On or Before November 12th - $35 and includes race, t-shirt, medal

November 15th - December 5th - $35 includes race only

December 6th (day of) - $40.00 only race

I will be out of town on race day and not able to participate. Can I get my money returned?
Upon registering for the event you will have the option to purchase insurance priced at $2.99-$5.00. If you purchased insurance you can receive a refund. We appreciate your race registration, but we are unable to issue refunds or transfer registration. We are not in a position to credit your credit card or issue checks.  

Will the race be held if it's raining?
The last four years the weather has been PERFECT! However, the race is a "rain or shine" event. All participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather, such as in a raincoat or hat. 

Can I transfer my entry to someone else?
We have a NO TRANSFER policy. All participants must sign their own waiver.

Where do I park?
Free parking is available at CORE and along the nearby side streets of Adams St. and Harwood Ave.. The race starts and ends at the same location. Accessible parking is limited, but there is a drop-off station directly in front of CORE.