CHRISTmas Ugly Sweater 5K
- Date Sat 14th December 2024 - Sat 21st December 2024
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location Edwardsville, Illinois
- Price $38.96
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season in style at the CHRISTmas Ugly Sweater 5K! Join us on Saturday, December 14th, 2024, in Edwardsville, Madison, for a festive running experience that promises fun for everyone. Participants can choose to run in person at 9:00 AM or take part virtually from December 14th to December 21st, allowing you to spread the holiday cheer wherever you are!
This exciting event features a newly paved route, delightful music, and a finish line filled with hot chocolate and cookies, making it a perfect way to embrace the spirit of Christmas. A portion of your registration fee will support local community members through the Glen-Ed Food Pantry & Neighbors in Need. With early registration starting at just $25, participants can choose between a cotton t-shirt or a long-sleeved dry-fit shirt, and all registrants by November 28th will receive a fun finisher medal. Don't miss out on the chance to win awards in various categories, enjoy post-race sweater contests, and make lasting memories with friends and family. Join us for a jolly good time—rain, snow, or shine!
This exciting event features a newly paved route, delightful music, and a finish line filled with hot chocolate and cookies, making it a perfect way to embrace the spirit of Christmas. A portion of your registration fee will support local community members through the Glen-Ed Food Pantry & Neighbors in Need. With early registration starting at just $25, participants can choose between a cotton t-shirt or a long-sleeved dry-fit shirt, and all registrants by November 28th will receive a fun finisher medal. Don't miss out on the chance to win awards in various categories, enjoy post-race sweater contests, and make lasting memories with friends and family. Join us for a jolly good time—rain, snow, or shine!
Organiser's Description
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Time to put on your ugliest sweater and join us on Saturday, December 14th, 2024 as Trinity Lutheran Ministries presents the CHRISTmas Ugly Sweater 5K.
This year you have the option to run with us in person or virtually!
The in person race will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14th at 9:00am.
The virtual race will be open to run from Dec. 14th - Dec. 21st.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US:
* We are using the same route as last year and we are excited to have a newly paved road for the race!
* You will be filled with Christmas cheer as you enjoy a wonderland of music, photo booth and hot chocolate and cookies at the finish line!
* 20% of registration costs will go to support individuals in the community through Glen-Ed Food Pantry & Neighbors in Need
* This year we are offering the option of a long sleeved dry-fit shirt or a cotton t-shirt.
* A fun finisher medal and shirt are guaranteed to those who register by November 28th.
* Chip-timed and RaceJoy tracking available
* Post-Race sweater contests! (see entry rules below)
* Special group/family pricing to groups of 4 or more!
* An option to run in person on race day or virtually from anywhere you would like!
* 2024 PRICING: Early Registration $25 for t-shirt, $30 for dry-fit long sleeved shirt. Early Registration until Nov. 27th, $35 and $40 Registration starting Dec. 3rd.
Early Registration ends December 2nd. Prices increase $5.
In person 5K Awards - Plaques for Overall Male/Female and medals awarded to Top 3 in the following age categories: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-74, 75+
Virtual 5k Awards - Medals will be awarded to the top finisher in each age category.
Early Packet Pickup - 12/13/24 4:00pm - 6:30pm, Trinity Lutheran Ministries
Race Day Packet Pickup - 12/14/24, 8:00am-9:00am, Trinity Lutheran Ministries
Post-Race Sweater Contest: Gift card prizes awarded to those who enter our sweater contest! Awards for: Ugliest Sweater, Most Christmas Spirit, & Best Group Sweater Theme (group of 4 or more).
Race will be held rain, snow, or shine!
- There are no refunds on registration -
This year you have the option to run with us in person or virtually!
The in person race will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14th at 9:00am.
The virtual race will be open to run from Dec. 14th - Dec. 21st.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US:
* We are using the same route as last year and we are excited to have a newly paved road for the race!
* You will be filled with Christmas cheer as you enjoy a wonderland of music, photo booth and hot chocolate and cookies at the finish line!
* 20% of registration costs will go to support individuals in the community through Glen-Ed Food Pantry & Neighbors in Need
* This year we are offering the option of a long sleeved dry-fit shirt or a cotton t-shirt.
* A fun finisher medal and shirt are guaranteed to those who register by November 28th.
* Chip-timed and RaceJoy tracking available
* Post-Race sweater contests! (see entry rules below)
* Special group/family pricing to groups of 4 or more!
* An option to run in person on race day or virtually from anywhere you would like!
* 2024 PRICING: Early Registration $25 for t-shirt, $30 for dry-fit long sleeved shirt. Early Registration until Nov. 27th, $35 and $40 Registration starting Dec. 3rd.
Early Registration ends December 2nd. Prices increase $5.
In person 5K Awards - Plaques for Overall Male/Female and medals awarded to Top 3 in the following age categories: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-74, 75+
Virtual 5k Awards - Medals will be awarded to the top finisher in each age category.
Early Packet Pickup - 12/13/24 4:00pm - 6:30pm, Trinity Lutheran Ministries
Race Day Packet Pickup - 12/14/24, 8:00am-9:00am, Trinity Lutheran Ministries
Post-Race Sweater Contest: Gift card prizes awarded to those who enter our sweater contest! Awards for: Ugliest Sweater, Most Christmas Spirit, & Best Group Sweater Theme (group of 4 or more).
Race will be held rain, snow, or shine!
- There are no refunds on registration -
Races
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CHRISTmas Ugly Sweater 5K
Incl. $3.96 Fee & Shirt
Sat 14th December 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$38.96
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.96 Fee & Shirt
$38.96
CLOSED
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