Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family

Name: Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family
Start: 2026-12-12
Location: Ocala, North Florida

calendar_today December 12, 2026 location_on NDS Global, Ocala, North Florida 34470

About This Event

The 49th Annual Reindeer Run

• The first 400 to register (and finish) will receive a custom finisher’s medal, After 400 will receive a different medal.

• Register by December 1st to guarantee your t-shirt

Pre-Race Packet Pick Up Friday 11 am - 3 pm Hilton Garden Inn 120 E Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, FL 34470

Race Date: 12/12/26 Packet Pick Up Starts at 3:00 pm Rudolph Dash Starts at 4:10 PM The 5k run will start at 4:20.

PLEASE NOTE, CREWNECK DESIGN IS STILL BEING FINALIZED

Due to insurance, the only dogs permitted to participate in our event are licensed and registered service dogs.

Race Distances

schedule 12/12/2026 16:20

400 Yards

schedule 12/12/2026 16:10

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Registration Pricing

Reindeer Run Virtual Race

$45.00

+ $3.96 processing fee

event_busy Goes up to $50.00 after Dec 7, 2026

5K

$45.00

+ $3.96 processing fee

event_busy Goes up to $50.00 after Dec 7, 2026

Rudolph Dash Kids Fun Run

$0.00

event_busy Registration closes Dec 12, 2026

Prices from the official registration page, updated several times a day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family 2026?

Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family takes place on Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Ocala, Florida.

What distances does Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family offer?

Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family offers 5K and 400 Yards events.

Where does Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family take place?

Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family is held at NDS Global in Ocala, Florida (North Florida). See the course maps section on this page for route details where available.

How do I register for Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family?

Registration is online — use the Register button on this page to sign up through the race's official registration page. Registering early usually means lower entry fees.

Is there a promo code for Ocala Reindeer Run Presented by the Gaekwad Family?

Discounts are set by the race organizer and appear on the official registration page when active. The most reliable way to pay less is registering early — most Florida races raise prices as race day gets closer.

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Race Day Schedule

12/12/2026 16:20

5K Start

12/12/2026 16:10

400 Yards Start

12/12/2026 16:10

5K Start

Registration

calendar_today December 12, 2026

location_on NDS Global, Ocala, North Florida 34470

directions_run 3 distances available

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