Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k
- Date Sun 7th December 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to don your most festive attire for the inaugural Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5K! On Sunday, December 7, 2025, join fellow runners and walkers at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo for a fun-filled morning starting at 8:30 a.m. This unique race invites participants to embrace the holiday spirit by wearing their ugliest sweaters while enjoying a scenic route through the zoo. Whether you’re racing the 5K or taking a leisurely stroll in the 1-mile walk beginning at 9:00 a.m., it's sure to be a memorable event for all ages.
Registration is open from October 22 to December 5 for just $30, with race day registration available online for $35. Participants will receive a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments, plus admission to the zoo! Spectators can cheer on their favorite runners, though they will need to purchase tickets online to enter the zoo. Come join the festive fun and make this holiday season one to remember at the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5K!
Registration is open from October 22 to December 5 for just $30, with race day registration available online for $35. Participants will receive a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments, plus admission to the zoo! Spectators can cheer on their favorite runners, though they will need to purchase tickets online to enter the zoo. Come join the festive fun and make this holiday season one to remember at the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5K!
Organiser's Description
The Zoo will host the inaugural Ugly Sweater 5K on Sunday, December 7 at 8:30 a.m., inviting runners and walkers to come in ugly sweaters and enjoy a one-of-a-kind race experience through the Zoo!
RACE DAY: December 7, 2025
REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP: 7:00AM
5K START TIME: 8:30AM
1-MILE WALK START TIME: 9:00AM
LOCATION: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
REGISTRATION PRICING-
October 22 through December 5 - $30
December 6 through Race Day - $35
**Race Day Registration is Online Only!**
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.
Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo.
Ticket prices are $21.50/adult (ages 12-61), $19.50/seniors (62+) and $17.50/junior (ages 2-11)
Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):
CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO ONLINE TICKETS [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/tickets-attractions/buy-tickets/admission-rates-membership]
Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased. The box office will not be open.
WHAT YOU GET -
* Custom race t-shirt
* Finisher medal for all
* Post race refreshments
* Admission to the zoo
*Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race
RACE DAY: December 7, 2025
REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP: 7:00AM
5K START TIME: 8:30AM
1-MILE WALK START TIME: 9:00AM
LOCATION: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
REGISTRATION PRICING-
October 22 through December 5 - $30
December 6 through Race Day - $35
**Race Day Registration is Online Only!**
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.
Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo.
Ticket prices are $21.50/adult (ages 12-61), $19.50/seniors (62+) and $17.50/junior (ages 2-11)
Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):
CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO ONLINE TICKETS [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/tickets-attractions/buy-tickets/admission-rates-membership]
Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased. The box office will not be open.
WHAT YOU GET -
* Custom race t-shirt
* Finisher medal for all
* Post race refreshments
* Admission to the zoo
*Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race
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3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 44109, OH, United States
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