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 lace up your running shoes and don your most festive attire for the inaugural Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5K! Taking place on Sunday, December 6, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., this exciting event welcomes both runners and walkers to experience a unique race through the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, all while sporting your ugliest holiday sweaters.
Participants can also enjoy a 1-mile walk starting at 9:00 a.m. With pre-registration available for just $30 until December 4, and $35 from December 5 through race day, this is a fun and affordable way to embrace the holiday spirit. Each participant will receive a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments, plus admission to the zoo! Don't forget to bring your own water bottle, as there won't be water stops along the course. Mark your calendars and join in on the festive fun in Cuyahoga County for a memorable day that combines fitness and holiday cheer!
Participants can also enjoy a 1-mile walk starting at 9:00 a.m. With pre-registration available for just $30 until December 4, and $35 from December 5 through race day, this is a fun and affordable way to embrace the holiday spirit. Each participant will receive a custom race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments, plus admission to the zoo! Don't forget to bring your own water bottle, as there won't be water stops along the course. Mark your calendars and join in on the festive fun in Cuyahoga County for a memorable day that combines fitness and holiday cheer!
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!
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
Races
-
5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 6th December 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS 05 MAR -
1 Mile
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 6th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS 05 MAR
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