Reindeer Romp 4k Run/Walk 2026
About the race
This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medal with charms of all the races finished.
For the 23rd year, River City Races has been producing a series of races this winter to keep you motivated to stay out running on the roads. The Polar Bear Grand Prix is three races in December, January and February.
Each race in the series gets a finisher medal, and at the end of the series they fit together to form the Polar Bear Grand Prix finisher medal. The first 500 entrants who enter all three races will receive a polar fleece Polar Bear Grand Prix headband/ear warmer.
We have a charity partner for the Reindeer Romp, The Olmsted 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 or fundraising.
Costume contest
More fun at the Reindeer Romp! Let's see your best Christmas fun. Contest categories include:
- Most Christmasy
- Ugliest Sweater
- Best Hat
- Best Couple Costume
- Best Group Costume
- Best Stroller Costume
- Fastest Costumed Male & Female
Packet mailing deadline
You must register by 11/25/2026 for your packet to be mailed before the race date.
Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge
For all three races!
The Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person team in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. The fastest three on each team are scored, and the Coed team must score one woman. Your team can choose to participate in any individual race 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. 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.
What your entry includes
The course
The race is a 4 kilometer run and walk on the Scenic Loop in Cherokee Park. It is a great way to kick off the running and walking season a little early.
Location
Louisville, KY, USA Open in Google Maps
City insight: Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky, is a city on the Ohio River, home of the Kentucky Derby, with large parks and a growing running scene. The climate is humid subtropical: summers (June to August) are hot and humid, autumn is mild and colourful, winters (December to February) are cool with some snow, and spring is warm. Spring and autumn are the best seasons for racing. The city has an international airport.
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