Illustration of Santa reading a storybook to children sitting on cushions beside a decorated tree (Run Run Reindeer 5k Family Fun Run)
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Run Run Reindeer 5k Family Fun Run

Participants dash along a clockwise course complete with holiday music and themed selfie stations. After finishing, runners can celebrate with hot chocolate, donuts, sponsor booths, and giveaways. The festive event also features an ugly sweater competition and costume contests for the most spirited holiday outfits.

Sat, Dec 19, 2026 All ages $49.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

9AM.

Food & Drink

Post-race treats include hot chocolate and donuts from Lin’s.

Pets

Pets are invited.

Location

Ivins City Park · Main St & 100 North, Ivins, UT 84738 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and casual runners

Vibe

Festive and active

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Pick up your packet on Friday, December 18 at St. George Running Center, or at the start line in Ivins City Park on race morning.
  • Wear your ugliest holiday sweater or your most festive costume, because contest winners take home St George Running Center gift cards.
  • Bring an unopened new toy to donate to Toys for Tots, which is collecting toys at the event this year.
  • Hang around after you finish for prizes, giveaways, hot chocolate and donuts from Lins at the park.
  • Register ahead of time, because online registration closes on the morning of the race, shortly before the start.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New this year: every participant gets a custom-designed Christmas scarf instead of the usual race shirt.
  • Ugly Sweater Contest: the runner with the ugliest sweater wins a St George Running Center gift card.
  • Costume Contest: four runners with the most festive outfits each win a St George Running Center gift card.
  • Toys for Tots drive: bring an unopened new toy to donate.

Links & Contact

Run by Run Run Reindeer / Underground Runner Series

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the race timed?

No. It's a non-timed family fun run with Christmas music on the course and Run Run Reindeer selfie stations.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes. Friends, family and pets are all invited to join.

What do runners get?

Every participant gets a custom-designed Christmas scarf instead of a race shirt. Every finisher also gets an oversized finisher medal and swag from sponsors and vendors.

What happens after the run?

Stick around for prizes, giveaways, sponsor booths, hot chocolate and donuts from Lins.

Where do I pick up my packet?

On Friday, December 18 at St. George Running Center, 2736 E Red Cliffs Dr. in St. George. On race day, Saturday, December 19, pick it up at the start line in Ivins City Park.

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