Ugly Sweater 5K Run and Sweater Stroll 2024
- Date Sat 7th December 2024
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Elkhart, Indiana
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a festive day of fun and fitness at the Ugly Sweater 5K Run and Sweater Stroll on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Elkhart! This annual event, hosted by the Elkhart Education Foundation, welcomes everyone from serious runners to leisurely walkers, including our beloved furry companions. Participants are encouraged to don their tackiest holiday sweaters for a chance to win the Ugliest Sweater Contest, with exciting prizes for the top Overall Male and Female finishers, as well as awards for the fastest males and females across 15 age divisions.
Before the race, enjoy a photo booth and get ready to savor hot chocolate and holiday treats at the finish line! This year, participants can look forward to new scenic courses that highlight the beauty of Elkhart's parks, with main roads closed for a safe and enjoyable experience. Registration opens on Friday, December 6, at Elkhart Health & Aquatics, with onsite registration available on race day at NIBCO Water and Ice Park. Whether you’re running, walking, or volunteering, join us for a joyous celebration of community spirit and holiday cheer!
Before the race, enjoy a photo booth and get ready to savor hot chocolate and holiday treats at the finish line! This year, participants can look forward to new scenic courses that highlight the beauty of Elkhart's parks, with main roads closed for a safe and enjoyable experience. Registration opens on Friday, December 6, at Elkhart Health & Aquatics, with onsite registration available on race day at NIBCO Water and Ice Park. Whether you’re running, walking, or volunteering, join us for a joyous celebration of community spirit and holiday cheer!
Organiser's Description
The Elkhart Education Foundation is excited to host the annual Ugly Sweater 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Sweater Stroll Presented by NIBCO. This is a fun-filled event for every person: the serious runner, the recreational jogger, walkers, and our furry friends.
Prior to the race, take some fun pics at the photo booth! Wear your tackiest sweater and you may win the Ugliest Sweater Contest (contest starts before the race). Prizes will be awarded for the top Overall Male/Female as well as fastest male and female in each of 15 age divisions! Note: The Stroll is not timed, so there are no placement awards for that event.
At the finish line, enjoy hot chocolate and holiday treats!
Check-in and packet pickup / Onsite Registration begins on Friday, December 6 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Elkhart Health & Aquatics in the Community Meeting Rooms and Saturday, December 7 at NIBCO Water and Ice Park from 7:00 - 8:15 am.
We encourage people to pickup the day before if at all possible to streamline the morning.
WHAT'S NEW IN 2024 :
New courses for 2024 that will highlight some scenic parks! Main roads are closed for the race!
AWARDS
Top three overall Male/Female in the 5K. 15 Age groups awards three deep in each for MF.
Costume awards! Get in on the fun and wear your silliest, funniest sweaters and holiday gear!
_NOT REALLY A RUNNER OR WALKER BUT WANT TO HELP? _
We need a lot of volunteers. Maybe you have a friend or spouse who just isn't into running OR you want to help AND run/walk in the event! Good news! There are a lot of options! Just reach out and let our team know you want to help!
Sign up to Volunteer at: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/EEFUSR2023
Prior to the race, take some fun pics at the photo booth! Wear your tackiest sweater and you may win the Ugliest Sweater Contest (contest starts before the race). Prizes will be awarded for the top Overall Male/Female as well as fastest male and female in each of 15 age divisions! Note: The Stroll is not timed, so there are no placement awards for that event.
At the finish line, enjoy hot chocolate and holiday treats!
Check-in and packet pickup / Onsite Registration begins on Friday, December 6 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Elkhart Health & Aquatics in the Community Meeting Rooms and Saturday, December 7 at NIBCO Water and Ice Park from 7:00 - 8:15 am.
We encourage people to pickup the day before if at all possible to streamline the morning.
WHAT'S NEW IN 2024 :
New courses for 2024 that will highlight some scenic parks! Main roads are closed for the race!
AWARDS
Top three overall Male/Female in the 5K. 15 Age groups awards three deep in each for MF.
Costume awards! Get in on the fun and wear your silliest, funniest sweaters and holiday gear!
_NOT REALLY A RUNNER OR WALKER BUT WANT TO HELP? _
We need a lot of volunteers. Maybe you have a friend or spouse who just isn't into running OR you want to help AND run/walk in the event! Good news! There are a lot of options! Just reach out and let our team know you want to help!
Sign up to Volunteer at: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/EEFUSR2023
Races
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5K Run or Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Heather Grey Knit Cap With Stamped Leather EEF Logo
Sat 7th December 2024 (8:30AM EST)
$27.50
Please gather in front of NIBCO Water and Ice Park by 8:15 am. Course announcements and safety information will be given. The race will begin at 8:30 am. You will be following Green Arrow signs. -
Sweater Stroll- 1 Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Heather Grey Knit Cap With Stamped Leather EEF Logo
Sat 7th December 2024 (8:33AM EST)
$22.20
Please gather in front of NIBCO Water and Ice Park by 8:15 am. Course announcements and safety information will be given. The Mile Stroll will begin at 8:35 am. Follow the Pink arrow signs.
Ugly Sweater 5K Run and Sweater Stroll 2024