Reindeer Run

About this event

Reindeer Run

5K & 1 Mile Fun Run | Downtown Baton Rouge Saturday, December 5, 2026 Start/Finish: 107 3rd St., Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Run through the lights. Stay for the festival.

The Reindeer Run is back for the first time since 2019! Join us in downtown Baton Rouge during the Festival of Lights for a festive evening run or walk. Every registration benefits the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge.

When you cross the finish line, the celebration continues with food, music, and drinks at our downtown restaurants and bars.

Race Schedule 5:45 PM: 1 Mile Fun Run 6:15 PM: 5K

Registration Fees for each Category:

Fun Run - $25,

5K - $35/ $40 day of

Save 15%: Register a team of 10 or more, or join as an Arts Council member, and get 15% off. Gather your family, friends, or coworkers and run together. (Discounts cannot be combined.)

What’s Included - Race bib - Jingle bells for your shoes - Post-race snacks, provided by Bally’s - Sports drinks and water, provided by Coca-Cola - One drink ticket

Packet Pickup Cary Saurage Community Arts Center 233 St. Ferdinand St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Date and time: 8:30am - 4:30pm M-T the week of the race

Age Groups 1–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+

5K Awards Top overall male and female finishers, plus 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female in each age group.

Make a Night of It Stick around after the race! Downtown restaurants and bars will be ready to welcome runners, walkers, and families, so bring your jingle bells and keep the holiday fun going.

Why It Matters All proceeds from the Reindeer Run benefit the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge. Thank you for helping support the arts in our community.