Ugly Sweater 5k 2024
- Date Sat 7th December 2024
- Location La Crosse, Wisconsin
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and don your most festive attire for the Ugly Sweater 5k on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in La Crosse! This exciting event, hosted at Myrick Park, promises a delightful mix of family-friendly fun and competitive spirit. Participants can choose to join the race in person or virtually, making it accessible for everyone. The festivities kick off at 3:00 PM with packet pick-up at The Nature Place, featuring holiday music and cheerful characters to get everyone in the spirit. The race will start at 4:15 PM and will guide you through the enchanting La Crosse marsh trails decorated with sparkling lights, ending at Riverside Park, where the Rotary Lights will create a magical atmosphere.
With affordable entry fees—children 10 and under can participate for free with a non-perishable food item, and ages 11-15 can join for just $15—this event is perfect for all ages. The award ceremony in a cozy heated tent will celebrate your achievements amidst the glow of holiday lights. Plus, your participation supports local initiatives, including food programs and community projects. Don’t miss out on the chance to make memories, spread cheer, and enjoy the holiday spirit at
With affordable entry fees—children 10 and under can participate for free with a non-perishable food item, and ages 11-15 can join for just $15—this event is perfect for all ages. The award ceremony in a cozy heated tent will celebrate your achievements amidst the glow of holiday lights. Plus, your participation supports local initiatives, including food programs and community projects. Don’t miss out on the chance to make memories, spread cheer, and enjoy the holiday spirit at
Organiser's Description
The Ugly Sweater 5k is coming up on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024, and will be hosted by the Rotary Club of La CrosseAfter Hours (RAH)!
We have been working hard to make our 2024 Ugly Sweater 5k, a family-friendly and festive event. This year's race will be both in-person and virtual. Packet pick-up and race-day check-in will be at The Nature Place (formerly the Myrick Park Center) beginning at 3:00 pm with holiday music and characters. Same-day registration is also available. The race begins at 4:15 pm in Myrick Park, and racers will run/walk through the La Crosse marsh trails under sparkly lights. The race ends at Riverside Park at Rotary Lights. An award ceremony will take place in the heated tent at Rotary Lights, with plenty of ugly sweaters, holiday lights, and cheer!
Your generosity and continued support of our clubs efforts have allowed us to make an impact both locally and internationally. In 2022 and 2023, RAH:
* Served food to children and families at the Boys & Girls Club of La Crosse and the Trinity Lutheran Church block party
* Sponsored local families through the For Goodness Sake Project, purchasing gifts for families during the holidays
* Contribute to Rotary International's mission to bring an end to polio around the world.
* In partnership with the Coulee Region Lions Club, we built 80 beds through Sleep in Heavenly Peace for kids in need
* Helped purchase a greenhouse for Northside Elementary
The Ugly Sweater 5k, is meant to be a family-friendly event and a competitive race. Entry fees are affordable:
* Children 10 and under: Free with a non-perishable food item
* Ages 11-15: $15
* Ages 16+: $30 before November 25; $35 after November 24; $40 same-day registration
* Virtual: $30
Map of the race course. [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37095624]
Shuttle Information:
A shuttle will be running from Riverside Park (location: 333 N. Front St., La Crosse - old Century Link building) to Myrick Park Main Shelter.
* Riverside Park to Myrick Park
* Leaving Riverside Park at 3:15 and 3:45 pm
* Myrick Park to Riverside Park
* Leaving Myrick Park at 4:45 pm
* Riverside Park to Myrick Park
* Leaving Riverside Park at 5:15, 5:45, 6:15 and 6:45 pm
We look forward to seeing you at this year's Ugly Sweater 5k!
We have been working hard to make our 2024 Ugly Sweater 5k, a family-friendly and festive event. This year's race will be both in-person and virtual. Packet pick-up and race-day check-in will be at The Nature Place (formerly the Myrick Park Center) beginning at 3:00 pm with holiday music and characters. Same-day registration is also available. The race begins at 4:15 pm in Myrick Park, and racers will run/walk through the La Crosse marsh trails under sparkly lights. The race ends at Riverside Park at Rotary Lights. An award ceremony will take place in the heated tent at Rotary Lights, with plenty of ugly sweaters, holiday lights, and cheer!
Your generosity and continued support of our clubs efforts have allowed us to make an impact both locally and internationally. In 2022 and 2023, RAH:
* Served food to children and families at the Boys & Girls Club of La Crosse and the Trinity Lutheran Church block party
* Sponsored local families through the For Goodness Sake Project, purchasing gifts for families during the holidays
* Contribute to Rotary International's mission to bring an end to polio around the world.
* In partnership with the Coulee Region Lions Club, we built 80 beds through Sleep in Heavenly Peace for kids in need
* Helped purchase a greenhouse for Northside Elementary
The Ugly Sweater 5k, is meant to be a family-friendly event and a competitive race. Entry fees are affordable:
* Children 10 and under: Free with a non-perishable food item
* Ages 11-15: $15
* Ages 16+: $30 before November 25; $35 after November 24; $40 same-day registration
* Virtual: $30
Map of the race course. [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37095624]
Shuttle Information:
A shuttle will be running from Riverside Park (location: 333 N. Front St., La Crosse - old Century Link building) to Myrick Park Main Shelter.
* Riverside Park to Myrick Park
* Leaving Riverside Park at 3:15 and 3:45 pm
* Myrick Park to Riverside Park
* Leaving Myrick Park at 4:45 pm
* Riverside Park to Myrick Park
* Leaving Riverside Park at 5:15, 5:45, 6:15 and 6:45 pm
We look forward to seeing you at this year's Ugly Sweater 5k!
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