Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k
- Date Sun 6th December 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to don your most festive and outrageous attire for the inaugural Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5K, happening on Sunday, December 6, 2026, at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo! Kick off the holiday season with a fun-filled morning as runners and walkers take to the course at 8:30 a.m., showcasing their best ugly sweaters in a joyful celebration of fitness and community spirit. This unique race offers a 5K distance for those looking to challenge themselves, along with a leisurely 1-mile walk starting at 9:00 a.m.
Participants can look forward to a memorable experience, complete with a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments. Although there won’t be a water stop on the course due to the chilly weather, water will be available at both the start and finish lines, so be sure to bring your own bottle if you prefer hydration on the go! Spectators eager to cheer on friends and family can purchase tickets online for entry to the zoo, making this an excellent outing for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to embrace the holiday spirit and join in on this exciting event!
Participants can look forward to a memorable experience, complete with a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments. Although there won’t be a water stop on the course due to the chilly weather, water will be available at both the start and finish lines, so be sure to bring your own bottle if you prefer hydration on the go! Spectators eager to cheer on friends and family can purchase tickets online for entry to the zoo, making this an excellent outing for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to embrace the holiday spirit and join in on this exciting event!
Organiser's Description
The Zoo will host the inaugural Ugly Sweater 5K on Sunday, December 6 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!
NOTE: There will not be a water stop on the course due to the cold weather. Water will be at the start and finish line, but runners are recommended to bring their own water bottle to the race if they would like water on the course.
REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP: 7:00AM
5K START TIME: 8:30AM
1-MILE WALK START TIME: 9:00AM
LOCATION: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
REGISTRATION PRICING-
Pre-registration through December 4 - $30
December 5 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 to be determined
Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):
Link Coming Soon!
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
NOTE: There will not be a water stop on the course due to the cold weather. Water will be at the start and finish line, but runners are recommended to bring their own water bottle to the race if they would like water on the course.
REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK-UP: 7:00AM
5K START TIME: 8:30AM
1-MILE WALK START TIME: 9:00AM
LOCATION: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
REGISTRATION PRICING-
Pre-registration through December 4 - $30
December 5 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 to be determined
Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):
Link Coming Soon!
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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