Reindeer Run 5k

The Reindeer Run is a holiday 5K run/walk around Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, with 10K and 15K options for those seeking a longer morning. The race takes place in December and has been a fixture in Minnesota running culture since 1987. The course circles Lake Harriet, focusing the day on a familiar Minneapolis loop instead of a point-to-point route. Costumed runners are common, and participants can get photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus and Rudolph. Runners receive a shirt and finisher medal, and age-group awards add a competitive element beyond the holiday attire.