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
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season in style at the Carolina Ugly Sweater 5K Walk/Run and 1K Elf Run on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in Cornelius, Mecklenburg! This festive event invites participants of all ages, including walkers, strollers, and pets, to join in on the fun while sporting their most outrageous holiday sweaters. The 5K race kicks off at 2:30 PM, followed by the Kid's 1K Elf Run for children 10 and under at 3:30 PM.
Each participant will enjoy a host of exciting perks, including a coupon for a free chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A, 2 drink tickets for adults, a free donut from Your Mom's Donuts, and a beautiful Christmas race ornament for those who register before December 1st. Plus, don’t miss the chance to snag a super-soft Ugly Sweater t-shirt at a discounted price! The event is not only a delightful way to kick off the holiday season but also supports a great cause, aiming to raise funds to get local kids involved in sports. Join us for a day filled with joy, community spirit, and unforgettable memories, all while making a difference for children in need
Each participant will enjoy a host of exciting perks, including a coupon for a free chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A, 2 drink tickets for adults, a free donut from Your Mom's Donuts, and a beautiful Christmas race ornament for those who register before December 1st. Plus, don’t miss the chance to snag a super-soft Ugly Sweater t-shirt at a discounted price! The event is not only a delightful way to kick off the holiday season but also supports a great cause, aiming to raise funds to get local kids involved in sports. Join us for a day filled with joy, community spirit, and unforgettable memories, all while making a difference for children in need
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!!
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.
* 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 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 $8.00 (adults & youth) until November 25th and then prices for shirts go up to $14.
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. 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!!
The event is rain or shine.
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.
* 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 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 $8.00 (adults & youth) until November 25th and then prices for shirts go up to $14.
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. 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!!
The event is rain or shine.
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19818 N. Cove Road, Jetton Village, Cornelius, 28031, NC, United States
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