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Reindeer Romp 4k Run/Walk

Click here to register for just the Reindeer Romp.

Click here to register for the Polar Bear Grand Prix.

Would you like to volunteer or know someone who would? Click here for more information and to sign up.

First leg of the Polar Bear Grand Prix.

Four kilometer (2.4 miles) run and walk on the Scenic Loop in Cherokee Park.  Click here for a course map. Great way to kick off the 2023 running/walking season just a little early.

The race will also feature:

  • Free race photography with photos with Rudolph

  • Jingle bells to attach to your shoes so you'll jingle while you jog

  • Discounted Ponya Band

  • Custom toboggan

  • Age Group Awards

  • Awards for Overall, Masters and Grand Masters

    More fun at the Reindeer Romp, A COSTUME CONTEST!  Let’s see your best Christmas fun.  Category winners will receive a Fleet Feet gift certificate.

    Contest categories:
    Most Christmasy
    Ugliest Sweater
    Best Hat
    Best Couple Costume
    Best Group Costume
    Best Stroller Costume
    Best Pet Costume
    Fastest Costumed Male & Female

Check out the photos from past Reindeer Romp’s here and on our Facebook page for some great ideas!

The Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge for all three races!

The Fleet Feet Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person teams in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. Fastest three on each team are scored, the Coed team must score one woman. Your team can choose to participate in any individual or all three Polar Bear Grand Prix races. There will be a Team Challenge Polar Bear Grand Prix Award for any team that wins all three races in their division. You will not only compete for team awards; each team member is also eligible for an individual time and awards! There is no additional fee to participate in the Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge.

Each member of the winning team in each division will receive a $20 gift card to Fleet Feet!


We've added a charity partner to the Reindeer Romp, The Olmstead Parks Conservancy!  Louisville has the greatest parks system in the country and we all enjoy running and walking in them.  Help maintain their beauty by donating and/or fundraising!  It's easy and fun and if you raise $250 or more, your registration is FREE!  More details on how to fundraise or the option to make a donation when you register.

RACE SCHWAG

Register by November 15th to be guaranteed a Reindeer Romp custom knit hat. After the 15th on a first come, first serve basis.
The race will also feature:

  • Free finisher photography

  • Jingle bells to attach to your shoes so you’ll jingle while you jog

  • Discounted Ponya Band

  • Custom toboggan

  • Age Group Awards

  • Awards for Overall, Masters and Grand Masters

Incredibly absorbent and wicking, Ponya Band Bamboo-Lined Sweatbands withstand even the toughest workouts.  Inner lining is made of micro-loop terry bamboo fabric and exterior is spandex.  One size fits all (circumference: 18” x 3” wide) and proudly handmade in Louisville, KY. 

Regularly priced $22, purchase with registration, $15.00!

For more styles and patterns, visit their website, www.ponyabands.com 

EARLY PACKET PICKUP AND LATE REGISTRATION
Friday, December 9th from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Fleet Feet, 117 Breckinridge Ln. (St. Matthews Station)

RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AND LATE REGISTRATION
Hogan's Fountain starting at 7:30 a.m. until 8:45 a.m. SHARP!

AWARDS

Awards for the top three male and female, master and grandmaster. Top three in each age group, 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over.

Earlier Event: December 9
Polar Bear Grand Prix 2022/23