The Ugly Sweater 5K or 10K Race/Walk
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Manitowoc, Wisconsin
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to don your most festive and outrageous attire for the Ugly Sweater 5K or 10K Race/Walk on Saturday, November 7th, 2026, in beautiful Manitowoc! This exciting event invites participants of all ages to lace up their running shoes and hit the scenic Marniers Trail along Lake Michigan, all while supporting a great cause—the Autism Society of the Lakeshore.
Whether you choose to race the 5K or tackle the 10K, you'll enjoy a chip-timed experience that combines fitness with fun! After crossing the finish line, stick around for an array of post-race festivities, including a raffle and silent auction, along with delicious food and drinks to celebrate your accomplishments. Plus, families can get involved with kids' activities like face painting and balloon creations, making it a perfect day for everyone. Don’t forget, if you create a team of five or more, you’ll receive a $5 registration discount! Join us for this joyful kickoff to the holiday season while making a positive impact in your community!
Whether you choose to race the 5K or tackle the 10K, you'll enjoy a chip-timed experience that combines fitness with fun! After crossing the finish line, stick around for an array of post-race festivities, including a raffle and silent auction, along with delicious food and drinks to celebrate your accomplishments. Plus, families can get involved with kids' activities like face painting and balloon creations, making it a perfect day for everyone. Don’t forget, if you create a team of five or more, you’ll receive a $5 registration discount! Join us for this joyful kickoff to the holiday season while making a positive impact in your community!
Organiser's Description
Grab your ugliest sweater, lace up your running shoes, and join us for the Ugly Sweater 5K or 10K Race or Walk. Register your family and friends. Its a great way to kick off the Holiday Season and support the Autism Society of the Lakeshore!
Enjoy a chip-timed run along beautiful Lake Michigan on Marniers Trail in your favorite Ugly Sweater! Then stick around and join us for our raffle/silent auction and other fun post-race activities taking place after the event on Saturday November 7th, 2026. All proceeds will go to the Autism Society of the Lakeshore to support our community outings. We serve Manitowoc and Sheboygan counties! Come help us support our mission to give-back to those impacted by autism in our autism community!
*Create a team of 5 or more and receive a $5.00 discount per registration! (Discount will be refunded back to you once you reach 5 team members)
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
* EARLY CHECK IN AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6TH FROM 6:00 P.M.- 8:00 P.M. AT THE INN ON MARITIME BAY (101 MARITIME DRIVE, MANITOWOC WI, 54220) TO RECEIVE YOUR RACE PACKET WITH YOUR RACE BIB AND LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRT (IF YOU REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 20TH).
* RAFFLE/ SILENT AUCTION ITEMS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING/ BIDS DURING EARLY CHECK IN ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6TH FROM 6:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M.
* Saturday November 7th, Check in: Starts at 7:45 a.m.- 8:50 a.m.
* WHERE: RACE START AND CHECK IN: THE INN ON MARITIME BAY (101 MARITIME DRIVE, MANITOWOC, WI, 54220)
* RAFFLE/ SILENT AUCTION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING/ BIDS UNTIL CLOSE AT 12:00 PM ON NOV. 7TH.
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR REGISTRATION:
* AWESOME WAY TO KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THE WHOLE FAMILY!
* Water provided for race participants.
* Lunch and drink will be provided after the race.
* Long Sleeve t-shirt if registered by October 20th, 2026.
* Chip-Timed event!
* Race Bibs
* Ugly Sweater contest for adults and kids!
* Kids Activities: Face Painting and Balloon Creations.
* NEW TRADITION WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
Enjoy a chip-timed run along beautiful Lake Michigan on Marniers Trail in your favorite Ugly Sweater! Then stick around and join us for our raffle/silent auction and other fun post-race activities taking place after the event on Saturday November 7th, 2026. All proceeds will go to the Autism Society of the Lakeshore to support our community outings. We serve Manitowoc and Sheboygan counties! Come help us support our mission to give-back to those impacted by autism in our autism community!
*Create a team of 5 or more and receive a $5.00 discount per registration! (Discount will be refunded back to you once you reach 5 team members)
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
* EARLY CHECK IN AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6TH FROM 6:00 P.M.- 8:00 P.M. AT THE INN ON MARITIME BAY (101 MARITIME DRIVE, MANITOWOC WI, 54220) TO RECEIVE YOUR RACE PACKET WITH YOUR RACE BIB AND LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRT (IF YOU REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 20TH).
* RAFFLE/ SILENT AUCTION ITEMS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING/ BIDS DURING EARLY CHECK IN ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6TH FROM 6:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M.
* Saturday November 7th, Check in: Starts at 7:45 a.m.- 8:50 a.m.
* WHERE: RACE START AND CHECK IN: THE INN ON MARITIME BAY (101 MARITIME DRIVE, MANITOWOC, WI, 54220)
* RAFFLE/ SILENT AUCTION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING/ BIDS UNTIL CLOSE AT 12:00 PM ON NOV. 7TH.
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR REGISTRATION:
* AWESOME WAY TO KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THE WHOLE FAMILY!
* Water provided for race participants.
* Lunch and drink will be provided after the race.
* Long Sleeve t-shirt if registered by October 20th, 2026.
* Chip-Timed event!
* Race Bibs
* Ugly Sweater contest for adults and kids!
* Kids Activities: Face Painting and Balloon Creations.
* NEW TRADITION WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
Races
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5K Ugly Sweater Race or Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:15AM CST)
$38.10
The race will run on the Mariners trail along beautiful Lake Michigan. -
10K Ugly Sweater Race or Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$38.10
The race will run on the Mariners trail along beautiful Lake Michigan.
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