Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
From Good Day for a Run
- Date Sun 7th December 2025
- Time 8:40AM EST
- Location West Deptford, New Jersey
- Price $38.10 - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run, hosted by Good Day for a Run! This exciting annual event takes place on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in the charming West Deptford Township, Gloucester. With three fantastic race distances to choose from – the challenging 8K, the spirited 5K, and the playful 1 Mile Fun Run for kids – there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Participants in the 8K and 5K will experience a chip-timed race on a scenic paved course with stunning views of Philadelphia. Award ceremonies will recognize the top finishers in various age groups, and every runner will receive a custom fleece-lined beanie and a finisher medal. Plus, all registered participants can warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa from Death of the Fox Coffee House after crossing the finish line. The 1 Mile Kids Fun Run, starting at 8:40 AM, is a delightful way for children 14 and under to join in on the fun, complete with their own custom beanie and finisher medal.
Don't miss out on this holiday-themed race filled with joy and community spirit, proudly
Participants in the 8K and 5K will experience a chip-timed race on a scenic paved course with stunning views of Philadelphia. Award ceremonies will recognize the top finishers in various age groups, and every runner will receive a custom fleece-lined beanie and a finisher medal. Plus, all registered participants can warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa from Death of the Fox Coffee House after crossing the finish line. The 1 Mile Kids Fun Run, starting at 8:40 AM, is a delightful way for children 14 and under to join in on the fun, complete with their own custom beanie and finisher medal.
Don't miss out on this holiday-themed race filled with joy and community spirit, proudly
Organiser's Description
SOLD OUT! JOIN US AT THE LIGHT RUN ON DEC 17TH.
8TH 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-STREAMED 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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CUSTOM FLEECE-LINE BEANIE (MUST REGISTER BY 12/2 TO GUARANTEE)
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FINISHER MEDALS 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:
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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.
*
CUP OF DELICIOUS HOT COCOA FROM "DEATH OF THE FOX COFFEE HOUSE" AT THE FINISH FOR ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS
*
1 MILER KIDS ABLE TO HAVE A NON-REGISTERED PARENT JOIN THEM. VOLUNTEERS ON COURSE TO SUPERVISE.
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.
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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.
*
RUNNER MAY CHANGE DISTANCE THROUGH EMAIL OR AT RACE CHECK-IN. EXTRA FEE REQUIRED IF UPGRADING.
*
SWAG MUST BE PICKED UP, AND WILL NOT BE MAILED.
PACKET PICK UP OPTIONS:
1. PRE-RACE DAY: SATURDAY (12/6) @10AM-NOON AT RUNNING CO IN MULLICA HILL (86. N MAIN STREET). ENJOY 15% OFF RUNNING CO. PURCHASES DURING PPU.
2. RACE DAY: SUNDAY (12/7)@7:30 AM - 8:30AM AT RIVERWINDS COMMUNITY CENTER LOBBY. 1 MILE KIDS RUN NEED TO CHECK-IN BY 8:20 AM TO PICK UP RACE ITEMS SINCE KIDS RACE STARTS AT 8:40AM.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GREAT PERKS! VIEW DETAILS AND SIGN UP ON THE "VOLUNTEER" TAB ABOVE.
INVITE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ON THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/649450834120363 [https://www.facebook.com/events/649450834120363]
8TH 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:
*
CHIP-TIMED RACE WITH LIVE-STREAMED 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)
*
CUSTOM FLEECE-LINE BEANIE (MUST REGISTER BY 12/2 TO GUARANTEE)
*
FINISHER MEDALS 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 TO HAVE A NON-REGISTERED PARENT JOIN THEM. VOLUNTEERS ON COURSE TO SUPERVISE.
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.
*
RUNNER MAY CHANGE DISTANCE THROUGH EMAIL OR AT RACE CHECK-IN. EXTRA FEE REQUIRED IF UPGRADING.
*
SWAG MUST BE PICKED UP, AND WILL NOT BE MAILED.
PACKET PICK UP OPTIONS:
1. PRE-RACE DAY: SATURDAY (12/6) @10AM-NOON AT RUNNING CO IN MULLICA HILL (86. N MAIN STREET). ENJOY 15% OFF RUNNING CO. PURCHASES DURING PPU.
2. RACE DAY: SUNDAY (12/7)@7:30 AM - 8:30AM AT RIVERWINDS COMMUNITY CENTER LOBBY. 1 MILE KIDS RUN NEED TO CHECK-IN BY 8:20 AM TO PICK UP RACE ITEMS SINCE KIDS RACE STARTS AT 8:40AM.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GREAT PERKS! VIEW DETAILS AND SIGN UP ON THE "VOLUNTEER" TAB ABOVE.
INVITE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ON THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/649450834120363 [https://www.facebook.com/events/649450834120363]
Races
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8K Race
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sun 7th December 2025 (9:05AM EST)
$54.00
CLOSED -
5K Race
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sun 7th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$48.70
CLOSED5K Walkers welcome, need to register to participate, and start at 9:05 am behind runners. -
1 Mile Kids Fun Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 7th December 2025 (8:40AM EST)
$38.10
CLOSEDKids One Mile Run starts at 8:40AM. Arrive by 8:20am to check-in. Parent welcome to accompany child. Parent does not need to be registered to join them.
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