Ugly Sweater 5K
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Columbia, South Carolina
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to don your most outrageous holiday attire at the Ugly Sweater 5K on Saturday, December 13th, 2025, in Columbia, Richland! This festive event invites runners and walkers alike to participate in a spirited 5K race while supporting a noble cause. Proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Met CAC, aiding the Metropolitan Children's Advocacy Center in their vital mission to assist children affected by abuse and neglect.
The race will be officially timed by Charlestowne Road Race Services on a certified course that promises excitement and holiday cheer. After the race, stick around for a fun-filled holiday-themed awards celebration where prizes will be awarded for the ugliest holiday sweater, including special recognition for furry friends in festive outfits! Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on Friday, December 12th, or on race day morning before the fun begins. Join us for a day of joy, community spirit, and a fantastic cause!
The race will be officially timed by Charlestowne Road Race Services on a certified course that promises excitement and holiday cheer. After the race, stick around for a fun-filled holiday-themed awards celebration where prizes will be awarded for the ugliest holiday sweater, including special recognition for furry friends in festive outfits! Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on Friday, December 12th, or on race day morning before the fun begins. Join us for a day of joy, community spirit, and a fantastic cause!
Organiser's Description
It's BACK! We want to see your ugliest, weirdest, or fanciest holiday ensemble on Saturday, December 13th for the Friends of the Met CAC Ugly Sweater 5K in Forest Acres, SC! Proceeds and donations will benefit Friends of the Met CAC, a non-profit organization established to support the mission of the Metropolitan Childrens Advocacy Center (Met CAC). The Met CAC provides essential services to children who are suspected victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and other types of maltreatment. Your support helps the Met CAC in their fight against child abuse.
The race will be officially timed by Charlestowne Road Race Services. This course will be certified - check back soon for a new and improved race course. Be sure to hang around after the race and enjoy a holiday themed awards celebration. Runners and walkers are invited to show off your pet's holiday outfit too. An award for ugliest holiday sweater (or ensemble) will be given for furry friends too!
Packet Pick-up will be on Friday, December 12, 2025 between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Fleet Feet Forest Acres, 4525 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29206 or on race day between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. near Gills Creek Memorial Park.
The race will be officially timed by Charlestowne Road Race Services. This course will be certified - check back soon for a new and improved race course. Be sure to hang around after the race and enjoy a holiday themed awards celebration. Runners and walkers are invited to show off your pet's holiday outfit too. An award for ugliest holiday sweater (or ensemble) will be given for furry friends too!
Packet Pick-up will be on Friday, December 12, 2025 between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Fleet Feet Forest Acres, 4525 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29206 or on race day between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. near Gills Creek Memorial Park.
Races
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Ugly Sweater 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
Awards are tentatively planned for 9:00 a.m. Divisions covered: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and up. Awards to the top finishers in each division as well as the participant with the ugliest holiday sweater or ensemble. **Shirts guaranteed for those registered on or before Monday, December 3, 2025. Packet Pickup will be at Fleet Feet Forest Acres on Friday, 12/12/2025 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. -
Best Dressed Pet
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 13th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$6.30
Calling all four-legged friends! Bring out your best dressed pup for a chance to win a canine themed gift basket. Dogs must be registered to win!
Ugly Sweater 5K
