Hanukkah Hot Cocoa Run 5k/1k/1mile
- Date Sun 7th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Tucson, Arizona
- Price Free - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 1km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the spirit of Hanukkah at the 8th annual Hanukkah Hot Cocoa Run on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in the beautiful city of Tucson, Pima. This exciting event features a timed 5k and 1-mile race, along with a fun and free 1k run, making it perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. The run kicks off and concludes at the Tucson JCC, taking you through the scenic Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden and along the picturesque Rillito River Path.
Participants can choose from the exhilarating 5k run/walk, the 1-mile run/walk, or the free 1k fun run. For those looking for an extra challenge, the Double Chocolate option allows you to tackle both the 5k and 1-mile courses! Registrants for the 5k and 1-mile races will receive a complimentary shirt, while 1k participants can purchase one for just $15. Be sure to register before November 15 to guarantee your preferred shirt size! With an early check-in on December 6 and race day festivities starting at 7 am, this event promises a lively atmosphere filled with camaraderie, hot chocolate,
Participants can choose from the exhilarating 5k run/walk, the 1-mile run/walk, or the free 1k fun run. For those looking for an extra challenge, the Double Chocolate option allows you to tackle both the 5k and 1-mile courses! Registrants for the 5k and 1-mile races will receive a complimentary shirt, while 1k participants can purchase one for just $15. Be sure to register before November 15 to guarantee your preferred shirt size! With an early check-in on December 6 and race day festivities starting at 7 am, this event promises a lively atmosphere filled with camaraderie, hot chocolate,
Organiser's Description
The 8th annual Hanukkah Hot Cocoa Run is a timed 5k and 1 mile race with a free 1k untimed run for all ages and abilities. The run stars and ends at the Tucson JCC in the Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden with an out and back course on the Rillito River Path. There is a 5k run/walk, 1 mile run/walk, and 1k free fun run/walk. Try the Double Chocolate and run both the 5k & 1 mile courses! Shirts are included in the registration for the 5k, 1 mile and double chocolate. Shirts for 1k participants can be purchased for $15 each. REGISTER BEFORE 11/15 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT SIZE!
Pre-race pick up will be held at the Tucson JCC on Friday 12/6 from 3-5:30pm and Saturday 12/7 from 10am-2pm.
Check-in on race day, Sunday 12/8, will open at 7am with pre-race warm up and announcement for the 5k starting at 7:45am, race time is 8am! The 1 mile starts at 8:45am and 9am the 1k starts. Winners announced and prizes distributed at 9:15am.
Top finishers will receive a race mug or tumbler depending on placement and registration, all participants enjoy hot chocolate & sufganiyot (jelly donuts) at the end of their run!
5k Race Age Divisions: top 3 for men & women in each division will receive a race mug!
* 12 & under
* 13-17
* 18-25
* 26-35
* 36-45
* 46-55
* 56-65
* 66-75
* 76 & up
Top 3 overall men & women finishers will receive a race tumbler, new this year!
1 mile age divisions: top men & women finishers will receive a race mug!
* 12 & under
* 13-17
* 18 & up
Double Chocolate Winners: best combined 5k & 1 mile time, top 3 men & women overall will receive a race tumbler!
Random participant raffle prizes will be chosen on race day morning. Prizes include:
* $25 Choice Greens gift card
* An individual or family annual Southern Arizona Roadrunners membership
* FREE 3-month Tucson JCC membership
* Race Tumbler by William & Associates
Race Results provided by Road Runner Race Timing and the run is sponsored by TMC Health.
Pre-race pick up will be held at the Tucson JCC on Friday 12/6 from 3-5:30pm and Saturday 12/7 from 10am-2pm.
Check-in on race day, Sunday 12/8, will open at 7am with pre-race warm up and announcement for the 5k starting at 7:45am, race time is 8am! The 1 mile starts at 8:45am and 9am the 1k starts. Winners announced and prizes distributed at 9:15am.
Top finishers will receive a race mug or tumbler depending on placement and registration, all participants enjoy hot chocolate & sufganiyot (jelly donuts) at the end of their run!
5k Race Age Divisions: top 3 for men & women in each division will receive a race mug!
* 12 & under
* 13-17
* 18-25
* 26-35
* 36-45
* 46-55
* 56-65
* 66-75
* 76 & up
Top 3 overall men & women finishers will receive a race tumbler, new this year!
1 mile age divisions: top men & women finishers will receive a race mug!
* 12 & under
* 13-17
* 18 & up
Double Chocolate Winners: best combined 5k & 1 mile time, top 3 men & women overall will receive a race tumbler!
Random participant raffle prizes will be chosen on race day morning. Prizes include:
* $25 Choice Greens gift card
* An individual or family annual Southern Arizona Roadrunners membership
* FREE 3-month Tucson JCC membership
* Race Tumbler by William & Associates
Race Results provided by Road Runner Race Timing and the run is sponsored by TMC Health.
Races
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5k Run & Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt
Sun 7th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS JUL 25This race is an out and back course on Rillito River Path, starting and ending in the Tucson JCC Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden. There is a mix of dirt and paved terrain. Runners & walkers of all abilities welcome! -
1 Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt
Sun 7th December 2025 (8:45AM EST)
$22.20
OPENS JUL 25This race is an out and back course on Rillito River Path, starting and ending in the Tucson JCC Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden. There is a mix of dirt and paved terrain. Runners & walkers of all abilities welcome! -
1k Fun Run
Incl. Long Sleeve Race Shirt
Sun 7th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
Free
OPENS JUL 25This race is an out and back course on Rillito River Path, starting and ending in the Tucson JCC Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden. There is a mix of dirt and paved terrain. Runners & walkers of all abilities welcome! -
Double Chocolate 5k & 1 Mile
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt
Sun 7th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$48.70
OPENS JUL 25This race is an out and back course on Rillito River Path, starting and ending in the Tucson JCC Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden. There is a mix of dirt and paved terrain. Runners & walkers of all abilities welcome!
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