Rock Island Rotary Reindeer Ramble 5K Run/Competitive Walk
About this race
A fan favorite for the holiday season! The annual Rock Island Rotary Reindeer Ramble 5K Run/Competitive Walk in downtown Rock Island!
RACE START: 1:00 PM. at Schwiebert Riverfront Park in Rock Island!
COURSE - Out and back with start and finish at Schwiebert Riverfront Park - flat & fast, scenic, accurate, wheeled distance.
SHIRTS - Size guaranteed to pre-registered runners and walkers before Nov. 23, 2025 RUNNER’S AWARDS -- Awards 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall Male & Female; First 3 places in the following age groups: 0-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and over
COMPETITIVE WALKER’S AWARDS -- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall Male & Female
PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM RACE DAY at Iconic Event Space - 1725 2nd Avenue/Arts Alley, Rock Island, IL 61201.
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Running
5K Run/Competitive Walk
Downtown Rock Island will feature holiday happenings with special pop-up shops and activities!
Course
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