
From the Organizer
The LaFayette Reindeer Run is Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 9 am at Joe Stock Park in Downtown LaFayette Georgia. There is a timed 5K, 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run and an Elf Run for ages 5 and Under.
Early Bird Registration ends on Friday, November 13, 2026. Packet Pickup is Thursday, December 3, 2026 at the Bank of LaFayette Community Room from 5 to 7 pm. You can register for the race in person at packet pickup and the day of the race. Race is rain or shine. No refunds. Strollers welcome. Awards given by age groups.
Cost is $30 Individual and $120 Teams of 5 before November 13th.
Cost is $35 Individual and $140 Teams of 5 after November 13th.
Proceeds benefit LaFayette High School Scholarships, The LaFayette Shop with a Cop/Firefighter program, and LaFayette Woman's Club Community Service projects.
Events
Weather
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
56°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chickamauga 2 Sw, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
911 ft
Nearest Airport
CHA
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) · 24 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 87 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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LaFayette Reindeer Run 15th annual
Dec 5, 2026