Chilly Cheeks Christmas 5K
Sun, Dec 20, 2026, 11:45 AM EST
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk through a dazzling Christmas light display in Buhl Park, enjoy festive treats, and support a good cause.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveEmbrace the holiday spirit at the Chilly Cheeks Christmas 5K, a festive run or walk through Buhl Park in Hermitage. The course is beautifully illuminated with Christmas trees and lights, creating a magical atmosphere. Runners and walkers are invited to enjoy the scenic display and participate in the Christmas costume contest for a chance to win awards. Finishers receive a unique homemade wooden ornament, and overall winners can compete for prize money. Celebrate your accomplishment with Christmas cookies and hot chocolate, knowing that proceeds support PACFI.
What to expect
- A 5K run or walk through Buhl Park, adorned with Christmas trees and lights.
- Compete for prize money or join the Christmas costume contest for awards.
- Enjoy post-race Christmas cookies and hot chocolate in the Casino building.
Standout details
- Dazzling Christmas light display
- Christmas costume awards
- Homemade wooden finisher ornaments
- Prize money for overall winners
Perks & features
- Food & Drink
Food & DrinkFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
5K
2 options · closes Dec 20, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
7mo 22d 3h 49m leftVirtual 5k
Closes Dec 19, 2026, 5:20 AM EST · From $22.45
General entry
Closes Dec 20, 2026, 12:00 PM EST · From $17.15
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
This is the 3rd year of the Chilly Cheeks Christmas 5K. With the park filled with Christmas trees and lights come on out and run or walk a 5K through Buhl Park and enjoy the Christmas light display (video below). Walkers are welcome to walk the 5K !! Enjoy the beauty of the park !! Proceeds go to PACFI.
Prize Money to the Overall Male and Female winners !! NEW THIS YEAR !!
WHEN? Registration starts at 3:00 pm at the Casino building in the park. Race starts at 4:45 pm sharp. Large amount of parking available!
PACKET PICK UP? Yes! There will be Packet Pick Up at the new location this year. Hermitage Agway (4065 E State St. Hermitage, PA. 16148) from 3pm till 5pm on Saturday , Dec 19th. If you come to the Hermitage Agway for Packet Pick Up you will receive a Daffin's chocolate candy!!
There will also be packet Pick up on race day Dec 20th at the Buhl Park casino building by the lake from 3:00 pm on until race start.
Christmas Costume Awards: MORE COSTUME PRIZES THIS YEAR !!! Wear a Christmas themed costume and have a chance for an award!! Gift Baskets to Costume Contest Winners !! We are going to have more costume awards this year !!
Jolliest Costume (Male)
Jolliest Costume (Female)
Jolliest Couple/Group Costume (2 or more)
Chilly Cheeks Christmas 5K T-Shirts optional: $10 extra (pic of T-Shirt & Medals below)
Homemade, wooden Christmas tree ornaments to all finishers !!
Christmas-themed medals for Award Winners in 5 year age groups: 1-14,15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49, 50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74,75+
Post-Race Refreshments: Christmas cookies and hot chocolate in the Casino building after you finish.