Morris Hot Cocoa 5K
- Date Sat 14th December 2024
- Location Morris Plains, New Jersey
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with joy and fitness at the Morris Hot Cocoa 5K! This festive event takes place on Saturday, December 14th, 2024, in the beautiful Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Morris. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, you can enjoy a scenic 3.1-mile course featuring mixed terrain, including dirt, grass, and gravel. Participants will be rewarded with delightful bundt cakes from Nothing Bundt Cakes of Morristown and a warm cup of cocoa at the finish line.
The race starts at 10 AM, with no time limit, making it perfect for everyone. The first 200 participants will also receive an exclusive event shirt and a themed medal! With mild December weather in Northern NJ, it's the ideal time to embrace the spirit of the season while supporting a great cause—proceeds from the event benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Don’t miss out on this joyful occasion that combines fitness, community, and celebration!
The race starts at 10 AM, with no time limit, making it perfect for everyone. The first 200 participants will also receive an exclusive event shirt and a themed medal! With mild December weather in Northern NJ, it's the ideal time to embrace the spirit of the season while supporting a great cause—proceeds from the event benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Don’t miss out on this joyful occasion that combines fitness, community, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a festive run on December 14th before the holiday season! Choose to run or walk 3.1 miles and be rewarded with delicious bundt cakes (courtesy of Nothing Bundt Cakes of Morristown) and a warm cup of cocoa at the finish line.
Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa in your mug (included with entry) at the finish line, along with a shirt for the first 200 participants and an event-themed medal! Early December in Northern NJ offers mild weather, and our course combined with the fun atmosphere will warm your heart as you support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Event Details:
Start Time: 10 AM
No Time Limit on Course
Course Map: View Here
Course Tour: View Here
Terrain: Mixed terrain including dirt, grass, gravel, and hills; trail shoes are encouraged.
Location Details:
Entrance: Use the North Cottage Road entrance of MCP. GPS: Latitude 40.834866, Longitude -74.503507.
Parking: Available on the grass, in large parking lots next to the soccer fields, and along the main road through the park.
Runner Check-In: Located at the top of the park (highest elevation point).
Amenities: Real bathrooms and portable toilets on site.
Additional Information:
The course is an all-grassy, multi-loop trail with no road crossings and a few hills, ideal for both first-time 5K participants and trail enthusiasts.
Age group medals will be awarded to the top 3 in each 10-year interval.
All proceeds support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Pre-Race Packet Pickup:
Location: Fleet Feet, Morristown
Date & Time: Friday, December 13th
Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa in your mug (included with entry) at the finish line, along with a shirt for the first 200 participants and an event-themed medal! Early December in Northern NJ offers mild weather, and our course combined with the fun atmosphere will warm your heart as you support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Event Details:
Start Time: 10 AM
No Time Limit on Course
Course Map: View Here
Course Tour: View Here
Terrain: Mixed terrain including dirt, grass, gravel, and hills; trail shoes are encouraged.
Location Details:
Entrance: Use the North Cottage Road entrance of MCP. GPS: Latitude 40.834866, Longitude -74.503507.
Parking: Available on the grass, in large parking lots next to the soccer fields, and along the main road through the park.
Runner Check-In: Located at the top of the park (highest elevation point).
Amenities: Real bathrooms and portable toilets on site.
Additional Information:
The course is an all-grassy, multi-loop trail with no road crossings and a few hills, ideal for both first-time 5K participants and trail enthusiasts.
Age group medals will be awarded to the top 3 in each 10-year interval.
All proceeds support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Pre-Race Packet Pickup:
Location: Fleet Feet, Morristown
Date & Time: Friday, December 13th
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