22nd Annual Reindeer Run
Event Details
The Reindeer Run, presented by Piggly Wiggly and Half-moon Outfitters, is a family-oriented, pet-friendly 5k run/walk through the lower peninsula of downtown Charleston, SC. The event has grown significantly over the years; from only a few hundred participants to record attendance of over 3,200 runners in 2011. Throughout the history of the event, the Charitable Society of Charleston (CSC) has donated over $500,000 to the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). In 2011 alone CSC donated $71,000 to the Children’s Hospital.
The funds generated from the Reindeer Run help MUSC develop and maintain a variety of programs in the Children’s Hospital and the Darby Children’s Research Institute, including research in the prevention and treatment of childhood diseases.
Proceeds from the Reindeer Run are split between MUSC Children’s Hospital and the Charitable Society of Charleston. 80% of the funds go to the MUSC Children’s Hospital 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
Runners begin at 9:00AM and walkers begin at 9:05AM
Dogs are allowed for a $10 registration fee; this includes a doggie bag for your pet to enjoy!
Complimentary beer will be served from 9:30 to 11:00 as the participants cool off and the awards are being presented. There will be an after party at 11:00 at the SouthEnd Brewery in which SouthEnd Brewery beer, blood marys, and appetizers will be served at happy hour prices until 2:00 PM that day.
