
Reindeer 5k is a running race on November 28, 2026 in Anna, IL, with an entry fee of $20.
From the Organizer
Wear your most festive Christmas running gear!
The 5k will help kick off “Christmas in Downtown Anna” so PLAN TO ATTEND ALL THE OTHER “CHRISTMAS IN DOWNTOWN ANNA” EVENTS!
•Registration starts at 7:15am at the Anna Arts. 5K Run/Walk starts 8 am. 1-Mile at 8:45 am, and Fun Run starts 9 am.
•5k Run-Walk OR 1-Mile Run/Walk Entry: $25.00; Day of race cost: $30.00.
•For t-shirt - Register before Friday, November 7, 2026!
•Race Info/Questions: vabchlee@gmail.com or call cell 1-904-625-1109
•Prizes for Top Three finishers and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded to different age categories for females and different age categories for males.
•After 9 a.m. Kids Fun Run, everyone will have the opportunity to make Christmas ornaments to take home. Fun run and ornaments are FREE.
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
53°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anna 2 Nne, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
642 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 23 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 108 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Reindeer 5k
Nov 28, 2026