Ugly Sweater Run
- Date Sat 27th December 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Olmsted Falls, Ohio
- Price Free - $33.35
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at the Ugly Sweater Run on Saturday, December 27th, 2025, in Olmsted Falls, Cuyahoga! This festive 5K is designed for participants of all ages and abilities, where the only requirement is to don your most outrageous and hilarious ugly sweater. Join fellow runners, walkers, and carolers as you make your way through the charming streets of Olmsted Falls, starting and finishing at the Olmsted Community Center.
Not only will you enjoy a morning filled with laughter and cheer, but your participation will also support a great cause—the Christians in Action Food Pantry, which helps local families in need this holiday season. Every participant will receive a custom long sleeve shirt and can indulge in hot cocoa, cookies, and post-race snacks. Plus, there will be photo ops to capture the fun! Bring your friends and family, and let’s make a difference together this holiday season. Don’t forget to check your pantry and bring along any non-perishable food donations to help those in need. Join us for a delightful day of community, fun, and holiday cheer!
Not only will you enjoy a morning filled with laughter and cheer, but your participation will also support a great cause—the Christians in Action Food Pantry, which helps local families in need this holiday season. Every participant will receive a custom long sleeve shirt and can indulge in hot cocoa, cookies, and post-race snacks. Plus, there will be photo ops to capture the fun! Bring your friends and family, and let’s make a difference together this holiday season. Don’t forget to check your pantry and bring along any non-perishable food donations to help those in need. Join us for a delightful day of community, fun, and holiday cheer!
Organiser's Description
THE UGLY SWEATER RUN is a fun and spirited holiday race for all ages and abilitieswhere ugly sweaters meet beautiful people! Join RUN THE LAND on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27TH, for a cheerful 5K supporting the Christians in Action Food Pantry and helping local families in need this holiday season.
Run, walk, or carol through the streets of Olmsted Falls. Start and finish will be at the Olmsted Community Center.
Come dressed in your most outrageous, sparkly, or downright hilarious ugly sweater! Every participant will also receive their own custom ugly sweater, making this race a perfect way to keep the holiday spirit going with style, laughter, and community fun.
PACKET PICK UP AND EVENT ADDRESS
Olmsted Community Center
8170 Mapleway Dr, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
Pick Up will be inside the community center.
PARTICIPANT PERKS
* Custom long sleeve shirt perfect for the holidays
* Hot cocoa and cookies
* Post race snacks
* Photo op and a festive run!
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE CHRISTIANS IN ACTION FOOD PANTRY THAT SERVICES OLMSTED FALLS AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
EVENT TIMELINE
Packet Pick-Up: 7:00am
5K Start: 8:30am
Kids Run: 10:00am
Bring your holiday cheer, your friends and family, and help us make a difference this season.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
The Food Pantry will also accept food/goods donations (please check expiration dates)
MOST NEEDED ITEMS
BELOW IS A LIST OF NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE MOST NEEDED:
* SPAGHETTI SAUCE AND NOODLES
* CANNED BEEF STEW OR CHILI
* CANNED TUNA, SALMON OR CHICKEN
* BOXED DINNERS SUCH AS HAMBURGER HELPER
* MACARONI & CHEESE
* CANNED VEGETABLES, FRUIT OR SOUPS
* APPLESAUCE
* BROWNIE MIXES / CAKE MIXES
* CANNED TOMATOES OR TOMATO SAUCE
* CANNED POTATOES
* BREAKFAST CEREAL
* PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY
* SNACK FOODS (CRACKERS, COOKIES, ETC)
* TOILET PAPER
* TOOTHPASTE, SHAMPOO, BAR SOAP
Run, walk, or carol through the streets of Olmsted Falls. Start and finish will be at the Olmsted Community Center.
Come dressed in your most outrageous, sparkly, or downright hilarious ugly sweater! Every participant will also receive their own custom ugly sweater, making this race a perfect way to keep the holiday spirit going with style, laughter, and community fun.
PACKET PICK UP AND EVENT ADDRESS
Olmsted Community Center
8170 Mapleway Dr, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
Pick Up will be inside the community center.
PARTICIPANT PERKS
* Custom long sleeve shirt perfect for the holidays
* Hot cocoa and cookies
* Post race snacks
* Photo op and a festive run!
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE CHRISTIANS IN ACTION FOOD PANTRY THAT SERVICES OLMSTED FALLS AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
EVENT TIMELINE
Packet Pick-Up: 7:00am
5K Start: 8:30am
Kids Run: 10:00am
Bring your holiday cheer, your friends and family, and help us make a difference this season.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
The Food Pantry will also accept food/goods donations (please check expiration dates)
MOST NEEDED ITEMS
BELOW IS A LIST OF NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE MOST NEEDED:
* SPAGHETTI SAUCE AND NOODLES
* CANNED BEEF STEW OR CHILI
* CANNED TUNA, SALMON OR CHICKEN
* BOXED DINNERS SUCH AS HAMBURGER HELPER
* MACARONI & CHEESE
* CANNED VEGETABLES, FRUIT OR SOUPS
* APPLESAUCE
* BROWNIE MIXES / CAKE MIXES
* CANNED TOMATOES OR TOMATO SAUCE
* CANNED POTATOES
* BREAKFAST CEREAL
* PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY
* SNACK FOODS (CRACKERS, COOKIES, ETC)
* TOILET PAPER
* TOOTHPASTE, SHAMPOO, BAR SOAP
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Long Sleeve Ugly Sweater Apparel
Sat 27th December 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$33.35
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Kid Run
Sat 27th December 2025 (10:00AM EST)
Free
This is a free event for kids under 12, we do request that you bring a Food or Monetary donation. Participants will not receive a shirt.
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Location
8170 Mapleway Dr, Olmsted Falls, 44138, OH, United States
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