New Christmas event to launch in Plymouth

23rd October 2024

Plymouth's Christmas schedule has a brand new event for 2024 as the Reindeer Run is set to make its festive debut in Central Park.

Taking place on Sunday 15 December, the event promises a fun, magical event experience for both experienced runners and families alike. 

Participants, wearing their own set of reindeer ears provided as part of race entry, will navigate around the stunning green space in the heart of the city, choosing between a full 5k route perfect for the more experienced runner, or a shorter 2k fun run open to participants as young as four. With £1 of every entry fee going directly to charity, the event offers a unique combination of fun and community, reflecting Run Plymouth’s commitment to inclusivity and legacies of positive impact. 

Suzi Cumberland, Managing Director of Taurus Events, said: “Reindeer Run 2024 is all about bringing families and communities together for some festive fun. Offering different distances allows us to appeal to both the seasoned runner and first-time participant, offering the whole family the chance to get into the Christmas spirit and get active at the same time.” 

Participants will enjoy festive decorations as they make their way towards the finish line and be rewarded with a specially-designed finisher medal commemorating their achievement. And, as part of a partnership with Plymouth’s Winter Wonderland, all entrants will receive complementary and exclusive early access to the site to take in the stalls and festive atmosphere. 

Jack Fry of Plymouth’s Winter Wonderland said: “Reindeer Run 2024 promises to be an exciting addition to the city’s festive calendar, perfectly complementing our magical winter festival. All participants will enjoy free early entry and exclusive discounts to use across our stalls and rides, offering a true festive delight for all ages.” 

Reindeer Run 2024 is the newest addition to the wider Taurus Events portfolio, known for delivering established events such as Britain’s Ocean City Running Festival under the Run Plymouth brand. Attracting over 15,000 participants annually across the various events, it continues to strengthen its position as one of the South West’s leading mass participation organisers and event agencies. 

Tickets for Reindeer Run 2024 are available now for just £15, including the £1 donation towards a soon-to-be announced charity. Full details of the event are available on the Run Plymouth website, www.runplymouth.co.uk