Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
From Good Day for a Run
- Date Sun 6th December 2026
- Time 8:40AM EST
- Location West Deptford, New Jersey
- Price $38.10 - $59.30
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the 9th Annual Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run, hosted by Good Day for a Run on Sunday, December 6, 2026, in West Deptford Township, Gloucester! This exciting event offers participants three fantastic race distances: the challenging 8K, the fun 5K, and a delightful 1 Mile Fun Run for kids aged 14 and under. All proceeds from the race go to the Headstrong Foundation, making this holiday run a chance to support a great cause while enjoying the spirit of the season.
Participants will enjoy a chip-timed race with live results, scenic paved courses featuring stunning waterfront views of Philadelphia, and awards for top male and female finishers across various age groups. Everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a unique cocoa mug and a hot cup of delicious cocoa from Death of the Fox Coffee House. The 1 Mile Kids Fun Run kicks off at 8:40 AM, just before the 8K and 5K, ensuring a fun-filled morning for the whole family. With a DJ spinning holiday tunes, food trucks serving tasty treats, and even a special character making an appearance, this event promises
Participants will enjoy a chip-timed race with live results, scenic paved courses featuring stunning waterfront views of Philadelphia, and awards for top male and female finishers across various age groups. Everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a unique cocoa mug and a hot cup of delicious cocoa from Death of the Fox Coffee House. The 1 Mile Kids Fun Run kicks off at 8:40 AM, just before the 8K and 5K, ensuring a fun-filled morning for the whole family. With a DJ spinning holiday tunes, food trucks serving tasty treats, and even a special character making an appearance, this event promises
Organiser's Description
9TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY RACE FEATURING 3 GREAT DISTANCES AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN.
THIS RACE PROUDLY SUPPORTS THE HEADSTRONG FOUNDATION. INFO HERE: WWW.HEADSTRONG.ORG [https://headstrong.org/]
8K AND 5K RACE AMENITIES:
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CHIP-TIMED RACE WITH LIVE RESULTS AND AWARDS
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COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
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PAVED COURSE
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WATERFRONT AREAS WITH VIEWS OF PHILADELPHIA
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AWARDS FOR TOP MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN 8K AND 5K (TOP 3 OVERALL AND TOP 3 PER AGE GROUP -10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, AND EVERY 10 YRS)
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FINISHER MEDALS A CUSTOM COCOA MUG FOR ALL FINISHERS
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CUP OF DELICIOUS HOT COCOA FROM "DEATH OF THE FOX COFFEE HOUSE" AT THE FINISH FOR ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS
1 MILE KIDS FUN RUN AMENITIES:
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1 MILE NON-TIMED COURSE FOR KIDS 14 AND UNDER.
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FUN RUN STARTS AT 8:40AM (RIGHT BEFORE THE 8K/5K)
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FINISHER MEDAL AND ELF N COCOA CUSTOM BEANIE FOR ALL KIDS TOO! MUST REGISTER BY 12/2 TO GUARANTEE BEANIE.
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CUP OF DELICIOUS HOT COCOA FROM "DEATH OF THE FOX COFFEE HOUSE" AT THE FINISH FOR ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS
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1 MILER KIDS ABLE ENCOURAGED TO HAVE A NON-REGISTERED PARENT JOIN THEM. VOLUNTEERS ON COURSE TO DIRECT THEM.
MORE ELF N COCOA INFO AND PERKS:
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1 MILER KIDS FUN RUN STARTS AT 8:40AM (AGE 12 AND UNDER) - 5K STARTS AT 9:00AM - 8K STARTS AT 9:05AM.
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WALKERS WELCOME IN 5K DISTANCE. NEED TO REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE AND START AT 9:05 BEHIND RUNNERS.
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PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER ON STAFF. FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE AND AFTER-PARTY PHOTOS PROVIDED 24-28 HRS AFTER RACE.
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FOOD TRUCK - DONUTNV - SERVING DONUTS AND COFFEE! PRE AND POST RACE.
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DJ PLAYING HOLIDAY TUNES AT POST RACE PARTY
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VISIT FROM A SPECIAL CHARACTER... :)
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JOGGING STROLLERS ARE PERMITTED.
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DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARTICIPATE.
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RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS.
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RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM. PLEASE ARRIVE BY 8:15 AM TO PARK (FREE PARKING), PICK UP RACE BIB AND SHIRT. PICK UP WILL BE INSIDE THE MAIN LOBBY AT RIVERWINDS COMMUNITY CENTER. SECOND OPTION TBD.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. TO VIEW DETAILS AND SIGN UP, CLICK "VOLUNTEER" TAB.
INVITE FACEBOOK FRIENDS HERE: ELF N COCOA 8K/5K/1 MILE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE [https://www.facebook.com/events/1621396389606027]
THIS RACE PROUDLY SUPPORTS THE HEADSTRONG FOUNDATION. INFO HERE: WWW.HEADSTRONG.ORG [https://headstrong.org/]
8K AND 5K RACE AMENITIES:
*
CHIP-TIMED RACE WITH LIVE RESULTS AND AWARDS
*
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
*
PAVED COURSE
*
WATERFRONT AREAS WITH VIEWS OF PHILADELPHIA
*
AWARDS FOR TOP MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN 8K AND 5K (TOP 3 OVERALL AND TOP 3 PER AGE GROUP -10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, AND EVERY 10 YRS)
*
FINISHER MEDALS A CUSTOM COCOA MUG FOR ALL FINISHERS
*
CUP OF DELICIOUS HOT COCOA FROM "DEATH OF THE FOX COFFEE HOUSE" AT THE FINISH FOR ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS
1 MILE KIDS FUN RUN AMENITIES:
*
1 MILE NON-TIMED COURSE FOR KIDS 14 AND UNDER.
*
FUN RUN STARTS AT 8:40AM (RIGHT BEFORE THE 8K/5K)
*
FINISHER MEDAL AND ELF N COCOA CUSTOM BEANIE FOR ALL KIDS TOO! MUST REGISTER BY 12/2 TO GUARANTEE BEANIE.
*
CUP OF DELICIOUS HOT COCOA FROM "DEATH OF THE FOX COFFEE HOUSE" AT THE FINISH FOR ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS
*
1 MILER KIDS ABLE ENCOURAGED TO HAVE A NON-REGISTERED PARENT JOIN THEM. VOLUNTEERS ON COURSE TO DIRECT THEM.
MORE ELF N COCOA INFO AND PERKS:
*
1 MILER KIDS FUN RUN STARTS AT 8:40AM (AGE 12 AND UNDER) - 5K STARTS AT 9:00AM - 8K STARTS AT 9:05AM.
*
WALKERS WELCOME IN 5K DISTANCE. NEED TO REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE AND START AT 9:05 BEHIND RUNNERS.
*
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER ON STAFF. FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE AND AFTER-PARTY PHOTOS PROVIDED 24-28 HRS AFTER RACE.
*
FOOD TRUCK - DONUTNV - SERVING DONUTS AND COFFEE! PRE AND POST RACE.
*
DJ PLAYING HOLIDAY TUNES AT POST RACE PARTY
*
VISIT FROM A SPECIAL CHARACTER... :)
*
JOGGING STROLLERS ARE PERMITTED.
*
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARTICIPATE.
*
RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS.
*
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM. PLEASE ARRIVE BY 8:15 AM TO PARK (FREE PARKING), PICK UP RACE BIB AND SHIRT. PICK UP WILL BE INSIDE THE MAIN LOBBY AT RIVERWINDS COMMUNITY CENTER. SECOND OPTION TBD.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. TO VIEW DETAILS AND SIGN UP, CLICK "VOLUNTEER" TAB.
INVITE FACEBOOK FRIENDS HERE: ELF N COCOA 8K/5K/1 MILE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE [https://www.facebook.com/events/1621396389606027]
Races
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8K Run
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Sun 6th December 2026 (9:05AM EST)
$59.30
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5k
Incl. $3.88 Fee
Sun 6th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$51.88
5K Walkers welcome, need to register to participate, and start at 9:05 am behind runners. -
1 Mile Kids Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 6th December 2026 (8:40AM EST)
$38.10
Kids One Mile Run starts at 8:40AM. Arrive by 8:20am to check-in. Parent welcome to accompany child in the one mile and does not need to be registered to join them.
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Riverwinds Community Center, 1000 Riverwinds Drive, West Deptford, 08086, NJ, United States
Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
