Carolina Ugly Sweater 5k Walk/Run & 1k Elf Run
- Date Sun 7th December 2025
- Time 2:30PM EST
- Location Cornelius, North Carolina
- Price $14.20 - $35.36
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday spirit at the Carolina Ugly Sweater 5K Walk/Run and 1K Elf Run on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, in the charming town of Cornelius, Mecklenburg! This festive event promises fun for the whole family as participants can don their ugliest Christmas sweaters and enjoy a scenic 5K or a delightful 1K Elf Run, perfect for kids aged 10 and under. The 5K kicks off at 2:30 PM, followed by the 1K at 3:30 PM.
Join in the excitement and enjoy a plethora of perks, including a free chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A, drink tickets for adults, and a complimentary donut from Your Mom's Donuts for all participants. Those who register by December 1st will also receive a special Christmas race ornament. With awards for both races and plenty of giveaways from local businesses, this event is not just about running; it's about community and creating lasting memories while raising funds to help local kids get involved in sports. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and prepare for a jolly good time this December!
Join in the excitement and enjoy a plethora of perks, including a free chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A, drink tickets for adults, and a complimentary donut from Your Mom's Donuts for all participants. Those who register by December 1st will also receive a special Christmas race ornament. With awards for both races and plenty of giveaways from local businesses, this event is not just about running; it's about community and creating lasting memories while raising funds to help local kids get involved in sports. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and prepare for a jolly good time this December!
Organiser's Description
CAROLINA'S UGLY SWEATER 5K AND 1K ELF RUN IS BACK!!!! December 7th... the best way to prepare for Christmas! Walkers, strollers and pets are all welcome to participate in the 5k!! Thank you to DASH HOME LOANS & KEFFER MAZDA OF HUNTERSVILLE for being the two main sponsors! Please visit our sponsor section below & show some love to them for making this event happen!!
This year each participant will receive:
* A coupon for a FREE chicken sandwich from any Chick-fil-A : Thanks Joe!!
* Everyone over the age 21 will receive 2 adult beverage drink tickets. Drinks include beer, wine & champagne/mimosas!! (SPONSORED BY CAROLINA ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY)
* All participants will receive a ticket for a free donut from Your Mom's Donuts the day of the event.
* All participants that register before December 1st will receive a Christmas race ornament.
* An Ugly Sweater race cup.
The 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 for both races will be presented after the 1K around 345. Stick around for a ton of giveaways from local businesses after the awards!!
Participants will have the option to purchase an Ugly Sweater t-shirt (softest in the Carolinas) for $10.00 until November 25th and then prices for shirts go up to $15.
There will be a ton of giveaways and a prize for best overall costume.
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. Please make a donation and tell your friends and family to join us!! They can walk so there are 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!! Check out the Christmas Vacation Giveaway down below!!
The event is rain or shine.
2024 Watch Video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLCXH4ijScI]
2023 Watch Video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iYbl45v5TY]
2022 Watch Video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVw1Dt9XqDE]
This year each participant will receive:
* A coupon for a FREE chicken sandwich from any Chick-fil-A : Thanks Joe!!
* Everyone over the age 21 will receive 2 adult beverage drink tickets. Drinks include beer, wine & champagne/mimosas!! (SPONSORED BY CAROLINA ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY)
* All participants will receive a ticket for a free donut from Your Mom's Donuts the day of the event.
* All participants that register before December 1st will receive a Christmas race ornament.
* An Ugly Sweater race cup.
The 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 for both races will be presented after the 1K around 345. Stick around for a ton of giveaways from local businesses after the awards!!
Participants will have the option to purchase an Ugly Sweater t-shirt (softest in the Carolinas) for $10.00 until November 25th and then prices for shirts go up to $15.
There will be a ton of giveaways and a prize for best overall costume.
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. Please make a donation and tell your friends and family to join us!! They can walk so there are 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!! Check out the Christmas Vacation Giveaway down below!!
The event is rain or shine.
2024 Watch Video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLCXH4ijScI]
2023 Watch Video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iYbl45v5TY]
2022 Watch Video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVw1Dt9XqDE]
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