St. Nicholasville Ugly Sweater 3K
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 4:30PM EST
- Location Nicholasville, Kentucky
- Price $28.25 - $33.25
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at the 11th Annual St. Nicholasville Ugly Sweater 3K, taking place on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in Nicholasville, Jessamine! This festive race kicks off at 4:30 PM, starting from the Coolidge Building and finishing in front of the Courthouse, just in time to catch the St. Nich Christmas Parade at 5:30 PM. Whether you choose to run, walk, or stroll, this event promises old-fashioned holiday fun for everyone.
Participants can look forward to a variety of delightful features, including commemorative race sweatshirts, Christmas music, and a chance to connect with the local running community. Awards will be presented for the overall top finishers as well as age group winners, with categories ranging from youth to seniors. Plus, there’s a special prize for the most festive-dressed runner! Don’t miss this opportunity to join in the merriment and create lasting memories at the St. Nicholasville Ugly Sweater 3K!
Participants can look forward to a variety of delightful features, including commemorative race sweatshirts, Christmas music, and a chance to connect with the local running community. Awards will be presented for the overall top finishers as well as age group winners, with categories ranging from youth to seniors. Plus, there’s a special prize for the most festive-dressed runner! Don’t miss this opportunity to join in the merriment and create lasting memories at the St. Nicholasville Ugly Sweater 3K!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THIS FESTIVE 3K RACE!
11th Annual ST. NICHOLASVILLE UGLY SWEATER 3K ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2026, at 4:30pm at the Coolidge Building (499 East Maple Street).
RACE DAY TIMELINE
2:00 4:00 pm Race Day Packet Pick-up/Registration
4:30 pm Ugly Sweater 3K Race Start
5:15 pm Awards Presentation at the Courthouse
The race will start at the double glass door entrance to the Coolidge Building and end in front of the Courthouse. Run, walk, stroll to the finish line but make sure to be off the course by the time the St. Nich Christmas Parade starts at 5:30 pm. It's old-fashioned holiday fun! Race awards will be announced and available inside the courthouse lobby starting at 5:15 pm.
RACE FEATURES
* Commemorative race sweatshirts (Unisex sizes YS, YM, YL, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL)
* Christmas music and fellowship with the running community
* Overall & Age Group Awards (Overall top 3 M/F and Top 3 M/F for each age division 0-11, 12-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+)
* Chip timing provided by RaceRise
* Free race photos (Thank you Dramatic Captures Photography)
* Special prize for the most festive-dressed runner
2026 UGLY SWEATER 3K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2826774]
PACKET PICKUP: We will hold a packet pickup on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH FROM 2-5 PM AT THE COOLIDGE BUILDING. There will also be race-day PPU (Saturday, 12/13/25) from 2-4 pm at the Coolidge Building.
11th Annual ST. NICHOLASVILLE UGLY SWEATER 3K ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2026, at 4:30pm at the Coolidge Building (499 East Maple Street).
RACE DAY TIMELINE
2:00 4:00 pm Race Day Packet Pick-up/Registration
4:30 pm Ugly Sweater 3K Race Start
5:15 pm Awards Presentation at the Courthouse
The race will start at the double glass door entrance to the Coolidge Building and end in front of the Courthouse. Run, walk, stroll to the finish line but make sure to be off the course by the time the St. Nich Christmas Parade starts at 5:30 pm. It's old-fashioned holiday fun! Race awards will be announced and available inside the courthouse lobby starting at 5:15 pm.
RACE FEATURES
* Commemorative race sweatshirts (Unisex sizes YS, YM, YL, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL)
* Christmas music and fellowship with the running community
* Overall & Age Group Awards (Overall top 3 M/F and Top 3 M/F for each age division 0-11, 12-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+)
* Chip timing provided by RaceRise
* Free race photos (Thank you Dramatic Captures Photography)
* Special prize for the most festive-dressed runner
2026 UGLY SWEATER 3K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2826774]
PACKET PICKUP: We will hold a packet pickup on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH FROM 2-5 PM AT THE COOLIDGE BUILDING. There will also be race-day PPU (Saturday, 12/13/25) from 2-4 pm at the Coolidge Building.
Races
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3K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Unisex Sweatshirt
Sat 12th December 2026 (4:30PM EST)
$28.25
A chip timed 3K (1.86 miles) on paved surfaces. Walkers, strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes welcomed. Awards for Overall M/F and Top 3 M/F in Age Divisions. Race will be chip timed by RaceRise. All registered participants receive a commemorative race sweatshirt (while supplies last). -
3k Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee
$33.25
An opportunity to participate even if you can't make the in-person race on Saturday, December 14th. Run/walk your own 3K and log your time (or indicate completion) on the results page of the website. Your commemorative race shirt will be mailed to you.
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Coolidge Building, 499 East Maple Street, Nicholasville, 40356, KY, United States
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