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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reindeer Dash 5K | 5K | Dec 12, 20268:30 AM | $45$50 after Nov 16, 2026 | – |
| Virtual Reindeer Dash 5KVirtual | 5K | Dec 12, 20268:30 AM | $45 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Nov 16, 2026.
Online registration closes Dec 12, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $45, entry is about 30 percent above a typical 5K in Florida, which costs $34.50 right now.
A typical finisher at a 5K in Howey-in-the-Hills runs 35:18, about 11:22 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:33 and men in 30:57.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:10 AM, and the Reindeer Dash 5K starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 90 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
510 S Palm Avenue, Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results for AdventHealth Howey-in-the-Hills Reindeer Dash 5K presented by LiveTrends Design Group. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 24:50 or better, the top quarter in 28:07, and half the field in 35:18; the last tenth came in after 54:25.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 20:25 | 18:49 |
| 20-29 | 30:23 | 20:34 |
| 30-39 | 24:26 | 22:02 |
| 40-49 | 27:32 | 19:35 |
| 50-59 | 24:59 | 24:25 |
| 60-69 | 27:29 | 26:03 |
| 70+ | 37:11 | 30:59 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Up 205 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 132 to 402 finishers, and the median time rose from 31:46 to 35:18.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 402 (+45%) | 35:18 | under 24:50 | 15:20 |
| 2024 | 277 (+34%) | 36:25 | under 24:45 | 16:17 |
| 2023 | 206 (+34%) | 37:32 | under 23:41 | 16:51 |
| 2022 | 154 (+17%) | 35:15 | under 24:47 | 17:38 |
| 2021 | 132 | 31:46 | under 23:52 | 18:25 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Faster than most Florida 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:07, against 29:59 in a typical Florida 5K, so times here run 6 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around December 12 the day usually runs from 60°F at dawn to 74°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 48°F and hot years reach 80°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of AdventHealth Howey-in-the-Hills Reindeer Dash 5K presented by LiveTrends Design Group cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
PACKET PICKUP: Friday December 13th from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Dash Sports (741 W Montrose Street, Downtown Clermont. If you are unable to pick up your packet at early packet pick up, you may have a friend or family member pick up for you…
Awards
When you sign up and complete all 6 races in person or virtually, you wil earn this awesome medal rack to display your achievements! The races in the series are: AdventHealth Howey in the Hills 5k, 10k, Half Marathon presented by…
Rules and FAQ
1. What is included in the registration fee? Race bib with timing chip, custom race shirt, finisher's medal, post race snack and beverage. 2. Is the event chip timed? Yes!! All live participants will receive a bib with a timing chip, all…
Rules and FAQ
Pacing & Bandit Policy for Our Events. To keep our races safe and fair, we have rules for pacing and unregistered participants. Here’s what you need to know: No Unregistered Pacers: If you’re a registered runner being paced by someone who…
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Refund Policy. All changes and management of your race entry can be handled through your login profile. Bib Transfers. Illegally transferring your bib to another person is strictly prohibited. Violators will be banned from future races…
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Welcome to the AdventHealth Reindeer Dash 5K presented by LiveTrends Design Group — a festive, high-energy race that brings the heart of the running community to the streets of Howey-in-the-Hills. This beloved hometown event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of movement, community, and giving back. Each year, runners and walkers of all ages come together to kick off the holiday season while supporting the town that graciously hosts us.