2027 Hot Cocoa Races
- Date Sat 27th February 2027
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Sylvania, Ohio
- Price $22.70 - $54.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 12th Annual Hot Cocoa Races on Saturday, February 27, 2027, in the picturesque Sylvania, Lucas! This exciting family-friendly event, held in partnership with Olander Park, is the perfect way to shake off the winter blues. With race distances of 5K, 10K, and a fun 1-mile run around the scenic Olander Lake, there’s something for everyone aged 8 and up.
Racing kicks off at 9 AM with staggered starts to ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. The 5K race begins at the Nederhouser Building and takes you through charming neighborhoods and scenic trails, while the 10K extends the journey for those looking for a greater challenge. Enjoy the thrill of the race and receive a stylish race shirt, along with a signature hot cocoa mug at the finish line. Plus, the event supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Sylvania Prevention Alliance’s mission to empower the community. Don’t miss out—sign up today and take advantage of early bird pricing before February 8th!
Racing kicks off at 9 AM with staggered starts to ensure a smooth and safe experience for all participants. The 5K race begins at the Nederhouser Building and takes you through charming neighborhoods and scenic trails, while the 10K extends the journey for those looking for a greater challenge. Enjoy the thrill of the race and receive a stylish race shirt, along with a signature hot cocoa mug at the finish line. Plus, the event supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Sylvania Prevention Alliance’s mission to empower the community. Don’t miss out—sign up today and take advantage of early bird pricing before February 8th!
Organiser's Description
12TH ANNUAL HOT COCOA RACES SPONSORED BY SYLVANIA PREVENTION ALLIANCE
A great family event that will help chase away the winter blues! Our Hot Cocoa Races are held in partnership with Olander Park. Racing begins at 9am with staggered starts to ensure a safe start. There are multiple distances to chose from including 5K, 10K, and 1 mile.
The 1 mile is a fun run that will include the roughly 1 mile loop around Olander Lake. While no awards will be given, it is a timed run or walk, particpants will still get a race shirt, and have access to the races singature hot cocoa mugs at the finish line. This race is open to anyone ages 8+.
The 5K will start at the Nederhouser Building inside of Olander Park. From there participants will cross Sylvania Avenue into the Farmbrook neighborhood, run onto the University Parks Trail to McCord Road, and heading north on McCord Road and making your way through the Monarch Meadows neighborhood. Finally, particpants will cross Sylvania Avenue back into Olander Park to circle the lake and finish inside Olander Park where you started. This race is open to ages 10+
The 10K will follow the same course, but continue onto the University Parks trail to the Holland Sylvania intersection, before coming back to the 5K course to finish. This race is open to ages 15+
Proceeds will go towards supporting Sylvania Prevention Alliance. Sylvania Prevention Alliance's mission is to empower youth, families, and the community to make safe and healthy choices. For more information, please visit our website. https://sylvaniaprevention.org/
Sign up today! Early bird pricing ends and shirt order deadline is on Monday February 8th.
RACE TIMES
10K- Starts at 9:00am
5k- Starts at 9:05am
1 Mile- Starts at 9:10am
AWARDS
5K/10K
(OVERALL MALE & OVERALL FEMALE)
(TOP 3 IN EACH GROUP, MALE AND FEMALE)
14 and under *Only applicable in 5k race
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
PACKET PICK UP
Wednesday February 24th from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at Dave's Running Shop in Sylvania, 5700 Monroe St., Sylvania, OH
Friday February 26th from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at the Nederhouser located in Olander Park.
There will be limited RACE DAY Packet Pick-up at the race site for those who live more than 30 minutes away.
A great family event that will help chase away the winter blues! Our Hot Cocoa Races are held in partnership with Olander Park. Racing begins at 9am with staggered starts to ensure a safe start. There are multiple distances to chose from including 5K, 10K, and 1 mile.
The 1 mile is a fun run that will include the roughly 1 mile loop around Olander Lake. While no awards will be given, it is a timed run or walk, particpants will still get a race shirt, and have access to the races singature hot cocoa mugs at the finish line. This race is open to anyone ages 8+.
The 5K will start at the Nederhouser Building inside of Olander Park. From there participants will cross Sylvania Avenue into the Farmbrook neighborhood, run onto the University Parks Trail to McCord Road, and heading north on McCord Road and making your way through the Monarch Meadows neighborhood. Finally, particpants will cross Sylvania Avenue back into Olander Park to circle the lake and finish inside Olander Park where you started. This race is open to ages 10+
The 10K will follow the same course, but continue onto the University Parks trail to the Holland Sylvania intersection, before coming back to the 5K course to finish. This race is open to ages 15+
Proceeds will go towards supporting Sylvania Prevention Alliance. Sylvania Prevention Alliance's mission is to empower youth, families, and the community to make safe and healthy choices. For more information, please visit our website. https://sylvaniaprevention.org/
Sign up today! Early bird pricing ends and shirt order deadline is on Monday February 8th.
RACE TIMES
10K- Starts at 9:00am
5k- Starts at 9:05am
1 Mile- Starts at 9:10am
AWARDS
5K/10K
(OVERALL MALE & OVERALL FEMALE)
(TOP 3 IN EACH GROUP, MALE AND FEMALE)
14 and under *Only applicable in 5k race
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
PACKET PICK UP
Wednesday February 24th from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at Dave's Running Shop in Sylvania, 5700 Monroe St., Sylvania, OH
Friday February 26th from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at the Nederhouser located in Olander Park.
There will be limited RACE DAY Packet Pick-up at the race site for those who live more than 30 minutes away.
Races
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10k
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 27th February 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$54.50
Hot Cocoa Timed 10K Run -
5k
Incl. $3.90 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 27th February 2027 (9:05AM EST)
$43.90
Hot Cocoa Timed 5K Run/Walk -
1 Mile
Incl. $2.70 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 27th February 2027 (9:10AM EST)
$22.70
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Olander Park, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, 43560, OH, United States
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