Reindeer Dash
About this race
The Hampshire Township Park District presents the first annual Reindeer Dash!
This mile long race is a festive celebration for runners of all experience levels. Run (or walk) for a good cause! This event will also have a DJ to keep things fun, and complimentary hot cocoa and candy canes to keep things warm! We will be collecting items for the Burlington/Hampshire Area Food Pantry and the First United Methodist Church’s clothing drive for the homeless.
Special guest appearance by, SANTA CLAUS!
Race times
The race will begin at 10am. The race will go on rain or shine. However, if weather is declared unsafe at start time, such as dense fog or storms, race time will be delayed.
Registration
Online registration is open now until December 11th at 3:00pm. Registration re-opens on race day from 9:00am to 9:45am in the Community Room at 390 South Ave. in person only. No entries will be accepted after 9:45am.
Prices
Hampshire residents: $35 until 11/3, then $40
Non-Residents (nr): $37 until 11/3, then $42
Kids (6 & under): $30r/32nr until 11/3 then $35r/$37nr
Race Swag
Entry fee includes some awesome festive race swag! You will receive a pair of cozy custom socks, a snazzy set of reindeer antlers, and a custom tree ornament commemorating this event. Race swag is given out on a first come, first served basis. Last minute registrations may miss out, so don’t wait! Swag items will become limited after 11/10. Race bags will be available starting December 9th at 9am at the Hampshire Township Park District, 182 S. State St, Hampshire during office hours or pick up the day of the race. Bib numbers will be in the race bags and must be worn during the race.
"NEW" Race Route
The race will begin in the parking lot of Rackow Park, the route then takes us straight down Romke Road to start followed by:
- Left on Jake Ln.
- Left on Marcello Dr.
- Right on Turin Dr.
- Left on Vine St.
- Left on Tuscany Tr.
- Left on Romke Rd back to the beginning to finish.
Awards
AN AWARD CEREMONY WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE RACE IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM!
Trophies will be awarded to the top male and female finishers.
You must be present to receive an award. They may also be picked up the week following the race at the park office, they will not be mailed.
Online results will be posted at j3timing.com at completion of the race. No printed results will be given out at the race.
Age Groups
All ages are welcome to participate!
Additional Information
Strollers are allowed. Bikes, skates, scooters, any motorized vehicle and dogs are not permitted at this event.
Donations
We will once again be taking in person donations. Please bring your donations to the registration area on the day of the race.
What do I donate?
Food Pantry: shelf stable food items, peanut butter, canned meat, canned beans, canned fruits & vegetables, canned soup, cereal, applesauce, granola bars, baby food/formula, flour, spices, pasta, rice
Clothing Drive: coats, jackets, boots, shoes, pants, scarfs, hats, gloves, sweatshirts, belts, jeans, tshirts
Pick your distance
Running
Reindeer Dash 5k
Bring your friends, your family, and your most festive attire — we’ll be awarding a special prize for the “Most Festive” runner after the race. 🎟 Your ticket includes: • 1 beer token • Race shirt • Official race bib This is a timed event, so lace up, show up, and show out!
Reindeer Dash
Reindeer Dash
Race-day daylight
We have no recorded weather for Hampshire yet, but sunrise and sunset follow from the venue and the date.
The sun rises at 7:13 AM and sets at 4:22 PM local time (CST) in Hampshire on December 12, 2026 — 9h 09m of daylight.
Course
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- Hampshire Running Calendar 2026 2 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 2 Hampshire events
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