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 $32.80 - $51.88
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the festive Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run, organized by Good Day for a Run, on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in West Deptford Township, Gloucester. This holiday-themed event promises a delightful day filled with running, fun, and community spirit as it celebrates its 8th year! Runners can choose from three exciting distances: the chip-timed 8K, the 5K, or the non-timed 1 Mile Fun Run, perfect for kids aged 14 and under.
Participants can enjoy a paved course with beautiful waterfront views of Philadelphia, and everyone will receive a custom lined beanie featuring the Elf 'N' Cocoa logo, along with a finisher medal. Don't miss out on the delicious cup of hot cocoa from "Death of the Fox Coffee House" waiting for you at the finish line! With awards for top finishers in each race category, a festive post-race party complete with a DJ and food trucks, and even a surprise visit from a special character, this event is sure to be a memorable way to kick off the holiday season while supporting the Headstrong Foundation. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from
Participants can enjoy a paved course with beautiful waterfront views of Philadelphia, and everyone will receive a custom lined beanie featuring the Elf 'N' Cocoa logo, along with a finisher medal. Don't miss out on the delicious cup of hot cocoa from "Death of the Fox Coffee House" waiting for you at the finish line! With awards for top finishers in each race category, a festive post-race party complete with a DJ and food trucks, and even a surprise visit from a special character, this event is sure to be a memorable way to kick off the holiday season while supporting the Headstrong Foundation. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from
Organiser's Description
HOLIDAY THEMED EVENT FEATURING 3 GREAT DISTANCES AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN! CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS BY RUNNING WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY FOR THIS POPULAR RACE'S 8TH YEAR!
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 - UNDER 10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, ETC)
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CUSTOM LINED BEANIE WITH ELF N COCOA LOGO!
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FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
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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 COURSE FOR KIDS 14 AND UNDER. FUN RUN IS NON-TIMED.
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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!
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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 TO HAVE A NON-REGISTERED PARENT JOIN THEM. VOLUNTEERS ON COURSE TO SUPERVISE.
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 RUNNERS START AT 9:00AM - 8K RUNNERS/WALKERS START 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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RUNNER MAY CHANGE DISTANCE THROUGH EMAIL OR AT RACE CHECK-IN. EXTRA FEE REQUIRED IF UPGRADING.
PACKET PICK UP OPTIONS:
1. SATURDAY (12/6) FROM 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) FROM 7:30-8:30AM AT RIVERWINDS COMMUNITY CENTER LOBBY. RUNNERS AND WALKERS NEED TO CHECK-IN BETWEEN 7:30 - 8:30 AM TO PICK UP RACE ITEMS AND LISTEN TO RACE ANNOUNCEMENTS.
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]
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 - UNDER 10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, ETC)
*
CUSTOM LINED BEANIE WITH ELF N COCOA LOGO!
*
FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
*
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 COURSE FOR KIDS 14 AND UNDER. FUN RUN IS NON-TIMED.
*
FUN RUN STARTS AT 8:40AM (RIGHT BEFORE THE 8K/5K)
*
FINISHER MEDAL AND ELF N COCOA CUSTOM BEANIE FOR ALL KIDS TOO!
*
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 RUNNERS START AT 9:00AM - 8K RUNNERS/WALKERS START 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.
PACKET PICK UP OPTIONS:
1. SATURDAY (12/6) FROM 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) FROM 7:30-8:30AM AT RIVERWINDS COMMUNITY CENTER LOBBY. RUNNERS AND WALKERS NEED TO CHECK-IN BETWEEN 7:30 - 8:30 AM TO PICK UP RACE ITEMS AND LISTEN TO RACE ANNOUNCEMENTS.
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. $3.88 Fee
Sun 7th December 2025 (9:05AM EST)
$51.88
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5K Race
Incl. $3.64 Fee
Sun 7th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$47.64
5K Walkers welcome, need to register to participate, and start at 9:05 am behind runners. -
1 Mile Kids
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sun 7th December 2025 (8:40AM EST)
$32.80
Kids One Mile Run starts at 8:40AM. Arrive by 8:30AM to check-in. Parent welcome to accompany child. Parent 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
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