2027 Hot Cocoa Races
- Date Sat 27th February 2027
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Sylvania, Ohio
- Price $33.30 - $54.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a delightful winter experience at the 12th Annual Hot Cocoa Races on Saturday, February 27, 2027, in beautiful Sylvania, Lucas! This family-friendly event is designed to chase away those winter blues and bring the community together in a fun and active way. The races kick off at 9 AM with staggered starts for safety, offering multiple distances to choose from: a scenic 1-mile loop around Olander Lake for ages 8+, a 5K race open to ages 12+, and a challenging 10K for participants aged 16 and older.
The 5K course takes you through picturesque neighborhoods and along the University Parks Trail, finishing back in Olander Park where you started. The 10K will follow a similar route but will extend further along the trail before returning to complete the course. With awards for the top three finishers in various age groups for both the 5K and 10K, there's plenty of incentive to put your best foot forward! Plus, proceeds from the event will support the mission of the Sylvania Prevention Alliance to empower families and youth in making healthy choices. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to get active and enjoy some hot cocoa! Early bird
The 5K course takes you through picturesque neighborhoods and along the University Parks Trail, finishing back in Olander Park where you started. The 10K will follow a similar route but will extend further along the trail before returning to complete the course. With awards for the top three finishers in various age groups for both the 5K and 10K, there's plenty of incentive to put your best foot forward! Plus, proceeds from the event will support the mission of the Sylvania Prevention Alliance to empower families and youth in making healthy choices. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to get active and enjoy some hot cocoa! Early bird
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 race will include the 1 mile loop around Olander Lake. This is a timed 1 mile run or walk open to ages 8+.
The 5K race 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 12+
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 16+
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 9:10am
5k- Starts at 9:05am
1 Mile- Starts at 9:10am
AGE GROUP AWARDS
5K/10K (Top 3 in each group, male and female)
19 and under
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
1 Mile (TBD)
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 race will include the 1 mile loop around Olander Lake. This is a timed 1 mile run or walk open to ages 8+.
The 5K race 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 12+
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 16+
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 9:10am
5k- Starts at 9:05am
1 Mile- Starts at 9:10am
AGE GROUP AWARDS
5K/10K (Top 3 in each group, male and female)
19 and under
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
1 Mile (TBD)
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
-
10k
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Youth Sizes Will Be Short Sleeve)
Sat 27th February 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$54.50
OPENS 01 JUNHot Cocoa Timed 10K Run -
5k
Incl. $3.90 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Youth Sizes Will Be Short Sleeve)
Sat 27th February 2027 (9:05AM EST)
$43.90
OPENS 01 JUNHot Cocoa Timed 5K Run/Walk -
1 Mile
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Youth Sizes Will Be Short Sleeve)
Sat 27th February 2027 (9:10AM EST)
$33.30
OPENS 01 JUN
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