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Cleveland Metroparks Ugly Sweater 5k

Sun, Dec 6, 2026, 8:30 AM EST

First-Year Event· Help them grow
Location
Cleveland, OH
3900 Wildlife Way, 44109
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Who it's for

  • Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers

Perks & features

  • Food & Drink
  • Free
  • Medal
  • Shirt

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sun, Dec 6, 9:00 AM EST · From $32.80

    Opens Mar 9, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT · Closes Dec 4, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 5K

    Sun, Dec 6, 8:30 AM EST · From $32.80

    Opens Mar 9, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT · Closes Dec 4, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

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The course

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From the organizer

The Zoo will host the inaugural Ugly Sweater 5K on Sunday, December 7 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 Start Time: 9:00AM Location : Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Registration Pricing- Pre-registration through December 4 - $30 December 5 through Race Day - $35 **Race Day Registration is Online Only!**

Spectator Information Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo. Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo. Ticket prices are to be determined Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):

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Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased.  The box office will not be open.

What You Get -

Custom race t-shirt Finisher medal for all Post race refreshments Admission to the zoo *Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this race

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