Morris Hot Cocoa 5k + 10k, December 13th, 10 am
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Morris Plains, New Jersey
- Price $54.00 - $59.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the Morris Hot Cocoa 5k + 10k on Saturday, December 13th, 2025, at 10 AM in beautiful Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Morris! This festive run welcomes both seasoned runners and casual walkers to choose between 3.1 miles or 6.2 miles of mixed terrain that includes dirt, grass, gravel, and some hills. As you race towards the finish line, you'll be rewarded with delicious bundt cakes courtesy of Nothing Bundt Cakes of Morristown and a warm cup of cocoa to celebrate your achievement.
Join us for a heartwarming event that not only promotes fitness but also supports a great cause—St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, an event-themed medal, and a limited-edition shirt for the first 250 registrants. With mild December weather in Northern NJ, this is an ideal opportunity to embrace the holiday spirit while challenging yourself on a scenic course. Don’t miss out on this chance to create lasting memories while supporting a worthy cause!
Join us for a heartwarming event that not only promotes fitness but also supports a great cause—St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, an event-themed medal, and a limited-edition shirt for the first 250 registrants. With mild December weather in Northern NJ, this is an ideal opportunity to embrace the holiday spirit while challenging yourself on a scenic course. Don’t miss out on this chance to create lasting memories while supporting a worthy cause!
Organiser's Description
Morristown Fleet Feet Packet Pick Up- 2-6 pm 12/12
Day of Packet Pick Up: 8:30-9:30 am. Packet Pick up Closes promptly at 9:30 .
Line up time: 9:50 am
Start Time: 10:00 am
Join us for a festive run on December 13th before the holiday season! Choose to run or walk 3.1 or 6.2 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 (included with entry) at the finish line, along with a shirt (limited quantity up to ~250 registrants) 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 [https://www.morrisparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/TrailMap_CP.pdf]
Course Tour: View here [https://nj.milesplit.com/videos/228680/greystone-course-tour-redesigned-in-2017]
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 or 10k 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 bib/tshirt Pickup:
Location: Fleet Feet, Morristown
Date & Time: Friday, December 12th, 2-7pm and race day on-site from 8:30-9:30AM
Bib/t-shirt also available day of Race. If there are no shows, additional shirts may be available for purchase after the event.
Day of Packet Pick Up: 8:30-9:30 am. Packet Pick up Closes promptly at 9:30 .
Line up time: 9:50 am
Start Time: 10:00 am
Join us for a festive run on December 13th before the holiday season! Choose to run or walk 3.1 or 6.2 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 (included with entry) at the finish line, along with a shirt (limited quantity up to ~250 registrants) 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 [https://www.morrisparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/TrailMap_CP.pdf]
Course Tour: View here [https://nj.milesplit.com/videos/228680/greystone-course-tour-redesigned-in-2017]
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 or 10k 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 bib/tshirt Pickup:
Location: Fleet Feet, Morristown
Date & Time: Friday, December 12th, 2-7pm and race day on-site from 8:30-9:30AM
Bib/t-shirt also available day of Race. If there are no shows, additional shirts may be available for purchase after the event.
Races
-
Morris Hot Cocoa 5K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Long Sleeved Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$54.00
CLOSED -
Morris Hot Cocoa 10k
Incl. $4.30 Fee & Long Sleeved Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$59.30
CLOSED
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