Ohio · 5K · 1 Mile
Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k
Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k is a 5K and 1 Mile event held in Cleveland, Ohio. Its next confirmed date is Sunday, December 6, 2026.
- Race day
- December 6, 2026
- Location
- Cleveland, OH
Race details
- Date
- Sunday, December 6, 2026
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Distances
- 5K, 1 Mile
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:30 AM EST
About the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k
The Zoo will host the inaugural Ugly Sweater 5K on Sunday, December 6 at 8:30 a.m., inviting runners and walkers to come in ugly sweaters and enjoy a one-of-a-kind race experience through the Zoo! NOTE : There will not be a water stop on the course due to the cold weather. Water will be at the start and finish line, but runners are recommended to bring their own water bottle to the race if they would like water on the course. Registration/Packet Pick-up: 7:00AM 5K Start Time: 8:30AM 1-mile walk…
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Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k: common questions
- When is the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k?
- The next confirmed date is Sunday, December 6, 2026.
- Where is the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k held?
- In Cleveland, Ohio.
- What distances does the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k offer?
- 5K and 1 Mile.
- How do I register for the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $30 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k start?
- 8:30 AM EST.
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