Tacky Sweater 5K
- Date Sat 7th December 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Norfolk, Virginia
- Price $38.96
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to don your most festive attire for the seventh annual Tacky Sweater 5K, taking place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Norfolk, Virginia! This fun-filled holiday event invites runners and walkers of all ages to enjoy a scenic 5K course that starts and finishes in front of Smartmouth Brewery in the vibrant Chelsea District. Participants will experience the beauty of the Elizabeth River Trail as they navigate through West Ghent, cross the Mid-Town Tunnel, and explore Plum Point Park.
Not only will you have a blast running or walking in your favorite tacky sweater, but you'll also be supporting a great cause—raising funds for EVMS Melanoma Awareness and the Dermatology Student Group. All finishers will receive a custom finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. Join us for early packet pickup on Friday, December 6th, and stick around for a lively post-race party featuring food, entertainment, Smartmouth beer, awards, and a Tacky Sweater contest. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the holiday season while making a positive impact in the community!
Not only will you have a blast running or walking in your favorite tacky sweater, but you'll also be supporting a great cause—raising funds for EVMS Melanoma Awareness and the Dermatology Student Group. All finishers will receive a custom finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. Join us for early packet pickup on Friday, December 6th, and stick around for a lively post-race party featuring food, entertainment, Smartmouth beer, awards, and a Tacky Sweater contest. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the holiday season while making a positive impact in the community!
Organiser's Description
Come out and participate to be a part of the seventh annual fun festive holiday event that features a 5K run and a 5K walk. Live, Love, Run or Volunteer Tacky in support of EVMS Melanoma Awareness.
We have a great course in store for you this year. The race will start and finish in front of Smartmouth Brewery in the Chelsea District of Norfolk. Part of the course will be along the scenic Elizabeth River Trail through scenic West Ghent, over the Mid-Town Tunnel, through Plum Point Park on the Elizabeth River and back to Smartmouth Brewery. All finishers receive a custom finisher medal.
The Tacky Sweater 5K raises money for EVMS Dermatology and the Dermatology Student Group. Our mission is to provide the highest level of dermatologic care to all, while fostering a culture of excellence in education, discovery, and service to our community.
Early packet pickup and opportunity to register on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6TH FROM 5PM TO 7PM, at SMARTMOUTH BREWING COMPANY 1309 Raleigh Ave, Norfolk, VA 23507. Stick around for a festive party in Chelsea and a special visit by the Krampus parade.
Be sure to stick around at Smartmouth Brewery for a festive post race party with Food, entertainment, Smartmouth beer, Awards, Giveaways and Tacky Sweater contest
The race starts and finishes in front of Smartmouth Brewery and loops around West Ghent and Plum Point Park on the Elizabeth River Trail
We have a great course in store for you this year. The race will start and finish in front of Smartmouth Brewery in the Chelsea District of Norfolk. Part of the course will be along the scenic Elizabeth River Trail through scenic West Ghent, over the Mid-Town Tunnel, through Plum Point Park on the Elizabeth River and back to Smartmouth Brewery. All finishers receive a custom finisher medal.
The Tacky Sweater 5K raises money for EVMS Dermatology and the Dermatology Student Group. Our mission is to provide the highest level of dermatologic care to all, while fostering a culture of excellence in education, discovery, and service to our community.
Early packet pickup and opportunity to register on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6TH FROM 5PM TO 7PM, at SMARTMOUTH BREWING COMPANY 1309 Raleigh Ave, Norfolk, VA 23507. Stick around for a festive party in Chelsea and a special visit by the Krampus parade.
Be sure to stick around at Smartmouth Brewery for a festive post race party with Food, entertainment, Smartmouth beer, Awards, Giveaways and Tacky Sweater contest
The race starts and finishes in front of Smartmouth Brewery and loops around West Ghent and Plum Point Park on the Elizabeth River Trail
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$38.96
Register for this category if you plan to run, or run/walk the event onsite -
5K Run/Walk Virtual
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.96
Register for this category if you wish to run the 5K on your own course. You may complete your 5K anytime between December 4th and 5th. Track you time on RunKeeper or any of your favorite tracking apps and post your time on the results page.
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