Hanukkah Hot Cocoa Run 5k/1k/1mile

  • Date Sun 8th December 2024
  • Location Tucson, Arizona
  • Price Free - $54.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 1km

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Event summary

Get ready to celebrate the 8th annual Hanukkah Hot Cocoa Run, taking place on Sunday, December 8, 2024, in the vibrant city of Tucson, Pima! This festive event features a timed 5k and 1-mile race, alongside a free untimed 1k run designed for participants of all ages and abilities. The race kicks off and concludes at the beautiful Tucson JCC, meandering along the scenic Rillito River Path.

Participants can choose from the thrilling 5k run/walk, the 1-mile run/walk, or the exciting 1k fun run/walk. For those looking for an extra challenge, the Double Chocolate option allows you to run both the 5k and the 1-mile courses! Registration includes a race shirt for the 5k, 1-mile, and Double Chocolate participants, with an option to purchase shirts for the 1k. Pre-race excitement begins with check-in starting at 7 am on race day, followed by the 5k at 8 am, 1-mile at 8:45 am, and the 1k at 9 am. After the races, participants can indulge in delicious hot chocolate and su

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 3 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

  • 5k Run & Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt

    Sun 8th December 2024 (8:00AM EST)

    $38.10

    This 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. $2.50 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt

    Sun 8th December 2024 (8:45AM EST)

    $27.50

    This 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 8th December 2024 (9:00AM EST)

    Free

    This 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. $4.00 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt

    Sun 8th December 2024 (8:00AM EST)

    $54.00

    This 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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3800 E River Road, Tucson, 85718, AZ, United States

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