Carolina Ugly Sweater 5k Walk/Run & 1k Elf Run
- Date Sun 8th December 2024
- Location Cornelius, North Carolina
- Price $14.20 - $39.59
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at the Carolina Ugly Sweater 5K Walk/Run & 1K Elf Run on Sunday, December 8th, 2024, in Cornelius, Mecklenburg! This festive event is the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season, inviting participants of all ages, including walkers, strollers, and pets, to join in the fun. The 5K race will start at 2:30 p.m., while the Kid's 1K Elf Run is set for 3:30 p.m., making it an exciting day for families and friends alike.
Attendees can capture unforgettable moments with special guests, including Santa, Mickey Mouse, and the Grinch! Plus, don’t miss the chance to meet Chubby from the Checkers and Homer from the Charlotte Knights. Each participant will receive a coupon for a delicious free chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A and adults over 21 will enjoy a complimentary drink after crossing the finish line. Participants can also purchase a cozy Ugly Sweater t-shirt and compete for prizes, including trophies for the top finishers and best costume. This event not only promises a day of joy and community but also supports a great cause by raising funds to get local kids involved
Attendees can capture unforgettable moments with special guests, including Santa, Mickey Mouse, and the Grinch! Plus, don’t miss the chance to meet Chubby from the Checkers and Homer from the Charlotte Knights. Each participant will receive a coupon for a delicious free chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A and adults over 21 will enjoy a complimentary drink after crossing the finish line. Participants can also purchase a cozy Ugly Sweater t-shirt and compete for prizes, including trophies for the top finishers and best costume. This event not only promises a day of joy and community but also supports a great cause by raising funds to get local kids involved
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Carolina's Ugly Sweater 5K and 1K Elf Run on December 8th... the best way to prepare for Christmas! Walkers, strollers and pets are all welcome to participate in the 5k!!
** If you registered last year for the Ugly Sweater event and was not able to make the race please see below.
Get to the event early and bring your cameras!! Take pics with Santa, Mickey Mouse and special guest the Grinch!! Just in as well.... Chubby from the Checkers will be attending and so will Homer from the Charlotte Knights!!! This year each participant will receive a coupon from Joe for a FREE chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A!! YES, YOU READ THAT RIGHT!! Also, each participant over the age of 21 will receive a beer, seltzer or a glass of wine after crossing the finish line.
This festive 5K and 1K Elf Run will start and finish in Jetton Village by Penny Lane formally known as Cornelius Drafthouse. Start time for the 5k is 230. The Kid's 1K Elf Run will start at 3:30 p.m. It is recommended for 10 and under. Awards will be presented after the 1K around 345.
Participants will have the option to purchase an Ugly Sweater t-shirt (softest in the Carolinas) for $12.00 (adults) or $10.00 (youth)! Also, there will be a prize for best overall costume. Trophies will be given to top 3 male and female finishers and a trophy will be given to our first participant to cross pushing a stroller.
This event will be so much fun for the entire family!! In addition, this is our nonprofit's biggest event of the year to raise money to get kiddos here in the area into sports who otherwise would not have the opportunity. Our goal in 2025 is to get 250 kids involved. That is roughly $50,000.00 in generated revenue so please make a donation and tell your friends and family to join us!! They can walk so there's no excuse!! Please visit our website to learn more: CREE Cares Website [http://www.creecares.org]
There will be a photographer and videographer at the event. By registering you agree to release any photos and video for public view. In addition, there will be one text sent to you about the event the coming year.
We cannot wait to see you there!! Lets make some memories!!
** If you were not able to make it last year and would like to attend this year please text 704.345.8084. The event is rain or shine.
** If you registered last year for the Ugly Sweater event and was not able to make the race please see below.
Get to the event early and bring your cameras!! Take pics with Santa, Mickey Mouse and special guest the Grinch!! Just in as well.... Chubby from the Checkers will be attending and so will Homer from the Charlotte Knights!!! This year each participant will receive a coupon from Joe for a FREE chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A!! YES, YOU READ THAT RIGHT!! Also, each participant over the age of 21 will receive a beer, seltzer or a glass of wine after crossing the finish line.
This festive 5K and 1K Elf Run will start and finish in Jetton Village by Penny Lane formally known as Cornelius Drafthouse. Start time for the 5k is 230. The Kid's 1K Elf Run will start at 3:30 p.m. It is recommended for 10 and under. Awards will be presented after the 1K around 345.
Participants will have the option to purchase an Ugly Sweater t-shirt (softest in the Carolinas) for $12.00 (adults) or $10.00 (youth)! Also, there will be a prize for best overall costume. Trophies will be given to top 3 male and female finishers and a trophy will be given to our first participant to cross pushing a stroller.
This event will be so much fun for the entire family!! In addition, this is our nonprofit's biggest event of the year to raise money to get kiddos here in the area into sports who otherwise would not have the opportunity. Our goal in 2025 is to get 250 kids involved. That is roughly $50,000.00 in generated revenue so please make a donation and tell your friends and family to join us!! They can walk so there's no excuse!! Please visit our website to learn more: CREE Cares Website [http://www.creecares.org]
There will be a photographer and videographer at the event. By registering you agree to release any photos and video for public view. In addition, there will be one text sent to you about the event the coming year.
We cannot wait to see you there!! Lets make some memories!!
** If you were not able to make it last year and would like to attend this year please text 704.345.8084. The event is rain or shine.
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