Write a commentThe Oswego YMCA will host the 31st Annual Reindeer Run, a 5k Fun Run and Walk on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at 9:30am.
This event, made possible with in kind support from C’s Farm Market and Beverage Center, Dunkin Donuts and Kinney Drug, is a fun addition for friends and family to celebrate the holiday season. As a non-competitive fun run, participants are asked to dress festively and may run individually or as a team outfitted in a variety of holiday themed clothing or costumes such as reindeer, Santa Claus, elves, candy canes, Christmas trees, ornaments or the ever-popular ugly sweater. Last year, the event brought over 150 family members and friends together on a winter Saturday morning to downtown Oswego.
As an added bonus this year, the YMCA is offering the Reindeer Games for kids ages 4-12 from 9am-12pm. Kids will join in the fun for holiday themed games, treats and bounce house fun while the adults participate in the 5k run and walk. Families are encouraged to call the YMCA at 315-342-6082 to register in advance as space is limited.
“This event brings so much cheer and color to the cooler days of winter,” said Trish Levine, Oswego YMCA Director of Health and Wellness. “And it’s a fantastic opportunity to have a lot of fun while supporting a vital local organization” she added. Proceeds from this event go to support Oswego YMCA health and wellness programs.
There is an entry fee for the Reindeer Run/walk and registration is available online at www.raceroster.com or at the Oswego YMCA, 265 West First Street. Fees increase for same day registration will be accepted until 9:15am on race day. Commemorative winter hats are only guaranteed to participants if registered by November 23rd . Santa will be present at the finish to congratulate all runners and to share some holiday cheer. Snacks and refreshments, including coffee and hot chocolate, dunkin donut munchkins, fruit from C’s Market and candy canes for all from Kinney Drug, will be offered following the run. The YMCA is located at 265 W. First Street, Oswego, NY.
For more information, call the YMCA at 315-342-6082 or visit www.oswegoymca.org
