Charleston Reindeer Run

The Charleston Reindeer Run is a family-oriented, pet-friendly 5k run/walk through the lower peninsula of downtown Charleston. The event has grown significantly over the years; from only a few hundred participants to record attendance of over 3,500 runners.

Proceeds from the Reindeer Run are split between the campaign for the Medical University of SC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital and the Charitable Society of Charleston. 80% of the funds go to MUSC and 20% go to the Charitable Society of Charleston’s endowment. This endowment provides grants and donations to local non-profit organizations which benefit both children and elderly residents of the Lowcountry.

The Reindeer Run starts at 9:00 am near the corner of East Bay and Queen Street. The 5k race route takes you along the beautiful Charleston Battery and brings you right back to where you started to finish the race. Afterward, enjoy the after party in the official Beer Garden or visit one of the many nearby restaurants.

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Charleston Reindeer Run Location and Map

Charleston Reindeer Run
Downtown Charleston SC
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START is on East Bay St just south of Queen St. Mark is on west side of street and is even with middle of center column of 153 East Bay St.
Course heads South on East Bay St.
Course turns right (west) on Broad St.
Course turns left (south) on Meeting St.
Course turns right (west) on South Battery St.
MILE 1 is 6' 0" West of SCE&G; pole 65415, on S. Battery Legare & Lenwood.
Course turns right (north) onto Ashley Ave.
Course turns left (west) onto Tradd St.
Course turns left (southeast) on Murray Blvd. Runners proceed on the outside (right) lane, (lanes separated by curbed islands the length of Murray Blvd.)
MILE 2 is even with water meter of 46 Murray (east of Limehouse)
Course turns left (north) onto East Bay St.
MILE 3 is on East Bay St. in intersection adjacent to manhole cover in middle of intersection.
FINISH is on East Bay St. just south of Queen St. Mark is on west side of street and is even with southern edge GAS manhole cover at northern edge of 159 East Bay St.

Charleston Reindeer Run Date and Time

Date: December 2021 (Exact date TBA)
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Adults (17+) $35
Child (5-16) $25
Children under 4 Free
Dogs $10
Registration Opens June, 2020 at 12:00 am EDT. Price increases after November 23, 2020 at 11:59 pm EST.

The costume contest is a crowd favorite and is back again this year. Dress up in your festive best and enter the contest. Judging begins around 10:00 am behind the stage. The categories include, Adult Individual, Child Individual, Group and Dog. Awards are given to the top 3 from each category with lots of great prizes and gift cards from restaurants and attractions around the Charleston area. Come dressed to win.