Chilly Cheeks Christmas 5k
- Date Sun 22nd December 2024
- Location Hermitage, Pennsylvania
- Price $22.45
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with the Chilly Cheeks Christmas 5K on Sunday, December 22nd, 2024, in the beautiful Hermitage, Mercer! This festive event invites runners and walkers of all ages to enjoy a delightful 5K through the enchanting Buhl Park, adorned with sparkling Christmas trees and dazzling lights. Registration kicks off at 3:00 PM at the Casino building, with the race beginning promptly at 4:45 PM.
Not only will participants enjoy the stunning scenery, but they can also dress up in their favorite Christmas-themed costumes for a chance to win exciting awards and gift baskets! All finishers will receive a homemade wooden Christmas tree ornament, and awards will be presented in various age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Plus, indulge in some post-race treats like Christmas cookies and hot chocolate. Join us for a memorable day filled with holiday cheer while supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Pennsylvania!
Not only will participants enjoy the stunning scenery, but they can also dress up in their favorite Christmas-themed costumes for a chance to win exciting awards and gift baskets! All finishers will receive a homemade wooden Christmas tree ornament, and awards will be presented in various age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Plus, indulge in some post-race treats like Christmas cookies and hot chocolate. Join us for a memorable day filled with holiday cheer while supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Pennsylvania!
Organiser's Description
Years ago we had a popular race named CHILLY CHEEKS CHALLENGE and it was held every January in Buhl Park. We are bringing the race back but with changes and a new theme. With the park filled with Christmas trees and lights come on out and run or walk a 5k through Buhl Park and enjoy the Christmas light display (video below). Walkers are welcome to walk the 5k !! Enjoy the beauty of the park !! Proceeds goes to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Pennsylvania.
WHEN? Registration starts at 3:00 pm at the Casino building in the park. Race starts at 4:45 pm sharp. Large amount of parking available!
CHRISTMAS COSTUME AWARDS: Wear a Christmas themed costume and have a chance for an award!! Gift Baskets to Costume Contest Winners !!
CHILLY CHEEKS CHRISTMAS 5K T-SHIRTS OPTIONAL: $10 extra
HOMEMADE, WOODEN CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS TO ALL FINISHERS !!
CHRISTMAS-THEMED MEDALS FOR AWARD WINNERS IN 5 YEAR AGE GROUPS: 1-14,15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49, 50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74,75+
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS: Christmas cookies and hot chocolate in the Casino building after you finish.
WHEN? Registration starts at 3:00 pm at the Casino building in the park. Race starts at 4:45 pm sharp. Large amount of parking available!
CHRISTMAS COSTUME AWARDS: Wear a Christmas themed costume and have a chance for an award!! Gift Baskets to Costume Contest Winners !!
CHILLY CHEEKS CHRISTMAS 5K T-SHIRTS OPTIONAL: $10 extra
HOMEMADE, WOODEN CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS TO ALL FINISHERS !!
CHRISTMAS-THEMED MEDALS FOR AWARD WINNERS IN 5 YEAR AGE GROUPS: 1-14,15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49, 50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74,75+
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS: Christmas cookies and hot chocolate in the Casino building after you finish.
Chilly Cheeks Christmas 5k