Hanukkah Hot Cocoa Run 5k/1k/1mile
- Date Sun 7th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM MST
- Location Tucson, Arizona
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 3 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 Tucson, Pima! This festive event features a timed 5k and 1-mile race, along with a free 1k untimed fun run, making it perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. Starting and finishing at the Tucson JCC in the inspiring Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden, runners will enjoy a scenic out-and-back course along the Rillito River Path.
Participants can look forward to a morning filled with excitement, beginning with check-in at 7 AM and a pre-race warm-up at 7:45 AM. The 5k kicks off at 8 AM, followed by the 1-mile at 8:45 AM, and the 1k fun run at 9 AM. All finishers will be treated to delicious hot chocolate and sufganiyot (jelly donuts) after their run! Don't miss the chance to win fabulous prizes, including race mugs and tumblers for the top finishers in various age divisions. Plus, participants can enter a random raffle for additional exciting prizes. Register by November
Participants can look forward to a morning filled with excitement, beginning with check-in at 7 AM and a pre-race warm-up at 7:45 AM. The 5k kicks off at 8 AM, followed by the 1-mile at 8:45 AM, and the 1k fun run at 9 AM. All finishers will be treated to delicious hot chocolate and sufganiyot (jelly donuts) after their run! Don't miss the chance to win fabulous prizes, including race mugs and tumblers for the top finishers in various age divisions. Plus, participants can enter a random raffle for additional exciting prizes. Register by November
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. Shirts are included in the registration for the 5k and 1 mile. 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 12/5 from 1-5:30pm.
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.
1 mile age divisions: top men & women finishers will receive a race mug!
* 12 & under
* 13-17
* 18 & up
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 12/5 from 1-5:30pm.
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.
1 mile age divisions: top men & women finishers will receive a race mug!
* 12 & under
* 13-17
* 18 & up
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. $2.50 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt
Sun 7th December 2025 (8:00AM MST)
$27.50
OPENS 17 JULThis 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. $1.90 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt
Sun 7th December 2025 (8:45AM MST)
$16.90
OPENS 17 JULThis 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 MST)
Free
OPENS 17 JULThis 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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