The Ugly Sweater 5K Race/Walk
- Date Sat 1st November 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Manitowoc, Wisconsin
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in Manitowoc for the vibrant and festive Ugly Sweater 5K Race/Walk! This exciting event invites participants to don their ugliest holiday sweaters as they hit the scenic Marniers Trail along beautiful Lake Michigan. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll, this family-friendly race is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season while supporting the Autism Society of the Lakeshore.
The fun begins with early check-in on Friday, October 31, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The Inn on Maritime Bay, where you'll receive your race packet, including your bib and a long sleeve t-shirt if registered by October 13. Race day check-in starts bright and early at 7:45 AM, with the chip-timed race kicking off shortly after. Stick around post-race for exciting raffle and silent auction items, delicious lunch, and engaging kids' activities like face painting and ugly stocking decorating. Gather your friends and family, create a team of five or more for a discount, and join us for an unforgettable day celebrating community and inclusivity. Don't miss out on this chance to make new traditions while giving back
The fun begins with early check-in on Friday, October 31, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The Inn on Maritime Bay, where you'll receive your race packet, including your bib and a long sleeve t-shirt if registered by October 13. Race day check-in starts bright and early at 7:45 AM, with the chip-timed race kicking off shortly after. Stick around post-race for exciting raffle and silent auction items, delicious lunch, and engaging kids' activities like face painting and ugly stocking decorating. Gather your friends and family, create a team of five or more for a discount, and join us for an unforgettable day celebrating community and inclusivity. Don't miss out on this chance to make new traditions while giving back
Organiser's Description
Grab your ugliest sweater, lace up your running shoes, and join us for the Ugly Sweater 5K 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 1st. 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 OCTOBER 31ST 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 13TH).
* RAFFLE/ SILENT AUCTION ITEMS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING/ BIDS DURING EARLY CHECK IN ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 31ST FROM 6:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M.
* Saturday November 1st, 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 1:00 PM ON NOV. 1ST.
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 13th, 2025.
* Chip-Timed event!
* Race Bibs
* Ugly Sweater contest for adults and kids!
* Kids Activities: Face Painting, Balloon Creations, and Ugly Stocking Decorating.
* 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 1st. 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 OCTOBER 31ST 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 13TH).
* RAFFLE/ SILENT AUCTION ITEMS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING/ BIDS DURING EARLY CHECK IN ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 31ST FROM 6:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M.
* Saturday November 1st, 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 1:00 PM ON NOV. 1ST.
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 13th, 2025.
* Chip-Timed event!
* Race Bibs
* Ugly Sweater contest for adults and kids!
* Kids Activities: Face Painting, Balloon Creations, and Ugly Stocking Decorating.
* NEW TRADITION WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
Races
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5k Ugly Sweater Race or Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
The race will run on the Mariners trail along beautiful Lake Michigan.
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101 Maritime Drive, Manitowoc, 54220, WI, United States
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