Events
4.01K Reindeer Run
10K Reindeer Run
Reindeer Relay (4 person team)
Event Description
The Reindeer Run is a festive community race for everyone — from families and casual walkers to competitive runners. This holiday celebration brings people together for a morning of fun, connection, and purpose, with room for every age and ability to take part. Whether you're chasing a strong finish in the 10K or enjoying a relaxed 4.01K with family and friends, come celebrate the season with us!
Wear your best Christmas gear, compete for fun prizes, enjoy great food, and soak up the energy of a vibrant race-day atmosphere. After the race, stick around to connect with the community, tour Crisis Response International's deployment gear, and learn how CRI's teams respond to crises around the world.
Date: December 5, 2026
Location: Rock Hill Criterium Course, 1307 Riverwalk Parkway, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Benefiting: Crisis Response International
Our Mission
Crisis Response International is a nonprofit based in York County, South Carolina. Our mission is to train and mobilize to meet the urgent physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of people in the midst of crisis.
Race Options
The Reindeer Run is designed for all ages and fitness levels, creating a fun, welcoming environment for runners, walkers, families, and groups.
1. 4.01K (2.5 mi) — Our flagship costume run, open to runners and walkers of every pace.
2. 10K — about 5 and 1/2 laps of the course.
3. Reindeer Relay — A 4-person team event, one 1.1-mile loop per leg.
Run It All — One Fee, Three Races. Want to do more than one event? You don't have to pay twice. A single registration gets you access to all three races — run the 4.01K, the 10K, and the Reindeer Relay, or any combination you like! (The Reindeer Relay requires a 4-person team; solo registrants who want to join can be paired with an available team at check-in.)
Costume Contest
Come dressed in your best Christmas gear — Santa hats, elf costumes, reindeer antlers, and more! Our Kids Costume Contest runs from 10:00–10:30 AM near the start/finish area, with prizes for the best costumes. Families, individuals, and groups are all welcome.
| Kids Registration Children 5 and under run free and don't need to register. Registration for ages 13 and under is $10 — though this fee does not include a t-shirt, runner's bag, or race bib. If you'd like your child to receive those items, register them at the standard 13+ rate instead. 🚫 No pets are allowed on the criterium course. |
Schedule
*Subject to change*
| Time | Activity |
| 8:30 AM | Arrival, check-in, packet pickup, warm-up |
| 9:00 AM | 4.01K Flagship start (costume run/walk) |
| ~9:40 AM | 4.01K finish line — costumes still visible for photos |
| 9:50 AM | 10K Competitive start |
| 10:00–10:30 AM | Kids Costume Contest (runs concurrently with the 10K, near start/finish — judged, with prizes awarded) |
| ~11:00 AM | 10K finishers come in |
| 11:15 AM | Reindeer Relay |
| 12:00–1:00 PM | Course clears; lunch, mingling, CRI deployment gear showcase, and live music |
| 1:00 PM | Raffle drawing & event wrap |
Packet Pickup
December 4, 2:30–6:30 PM
Charlotte Running Company (Fort Mill)
652 Herrons Ferry Rd, Suite 101, Rock Hill, SC
Overnight Stay
Local Lodging — Traveling from out of town? Find local hotel options through York County Tourism.
RV & Trailer Hookups — On-site hookups are available at the Criterium course. To reserve a spot, email evan@criout.com.
How to Get Involved
Register for the race, invite your friends and family, and come ready to run, walk, and celebrate for a cause. Your participation directly supports Crisis Response International's efforts to bring hope and help to those in need.
Volunteer — Email partners@criout.com
Presented By The Transamerica Foundation
Sponsors: TBD
Cancellation Policy: This event will take place rain or shine. Registration fees are non-refundable, even in the event of severe weather requiring cancellation, as your registration directly supports CRI's mission. We appreciate your understanding and support.
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Event Location
Rock Hill’s Criterium Course
1307 Riverwalk Parkway
Rock Hill, SC 29730 US
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