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2nd Annual Reindeer Classic 1-Mile Dash

Fast, Festive, and Full of Cheer!
Start Your Season with the
Reindeer Classic 1-Mile Dash
Downtown Rochester, MI

The Reindeer Classic 1-Mile Dash, a lively feature of Rochester's Hometown Christmas Parade, invites all ages to don reindeer antlers and race along Main Street. This event adds festive energy to the parade and supports the Rochester Band and Orchestra Boosters (RBOB). It’s a celebration of community spirit and a chance to enhance local music programs for students.

670d36c226879.png All registrants receive reindeer antlers, a bib, long-sleeve shirt, and medal

670d371b4c88f.png Over 5,000 spectators

670d36dd75301.png Start & Finish on Main Street

670d36f40d4ae.png Largest Christmas Parade in Michigan

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Registration fees Spots remaining: 298

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

1 Mile Limited spots available

Price changes in 1 month 24 days

    1. $23.39
      Now registering Sep 1 – Oct 31
      Register for 1 Mile
    2. $28.74
      Nov 1 – Nov 30
    3. $34.09
      Dec 1 – Dec 6
    4. $44.79
      Dec 7 – Dec 7

Event schedule

  • Sat, December 6, 2025 12:00 PM - Swag Pick-Up (Leader Dogs for the Blind - Downtown Rochester)
  • Sun, December 7, 2025 12:00 PM - Swag Pick-Up (Leader Dogs for the Blind - Downtown Rochester)
  • Sun, December 7, 2025 1:30 PM - Race Starts
  • Sun, December 7, 2025 2:00 PM - Parade Starts

Top teams

1

Section 8: Flutes & Piccolos

Raised:

$107.35

2

Section 4: Low Brass

Raised:

$54.96

3

Section 6: Clarinets

Raised:

$54.96

4

Section 1: Drumline

Raised:

$54.10

5

Section 2: Color Guard

Raised:

$54.10

Sponsors

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  • Planning Entities