Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Sun, Dec 6, 2026, 9:05 AM EST

Location: West Deptford, NJ; Riverwinds Community Center, 1000 Riverwinds Drive, 08086
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Who it's for

Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, families

Perks & features

After-Party
Awards
Chip Timed
Food & Drink
Medal

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Distances & registration

3 options

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

1 Miles
Sun, Dec 6, 8:40 AM EST · From $32.80
Opens Jan 7, 2026, 3:48 AM EST · Closes Oct 29, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sun, Dec 6, 9:00 AM EST · From $45.52
Opens Jan 7, 2026, 3:48 AM EST · Closes Aug 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
8K
Sun, Dec 6, 9:05 AM EST · From $48.70
Opens Jan 7, 2026, 4:20 AM EST · Closes Aug 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

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Easygoing

Flat road course

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

From the organizer

9th Annual Holiday Race featuring 3 Great Distances and a Whole Lot of fun.

This race proudly supports the HEADstrong Foundation. Info Here: www.HEADstrong.org

8K and 5K Race Amenities:

Chip-Timed Race with Live Results and awards

Course Highlights:

Paved Course

Waterfront Areas with Views of Philadelphia

Awards for top male and female finishers in 8K and 5K (Top 3 Overall and Top 3 Per Age Group -10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, and every 10 yrs)

Finisher Medals a Custom Cocoa Mug for All Finishers

Cup of Delicious Hot Cocoa from "Death of the Fox Coffee House" at the Finish for all registered participants

1 Mile Kids Fun Run Amenities:

1 Mile Non-timed Course for Kids 14 and Under.

Fun Run Starts at 8:40am (Right Before the 8K/5K)

Finisher Medal and Elf n Cocoa custom beanie for all kids too! Must register by 12/2 to guarantee beanie.

Cup of Delicious Hot Cocoa from "Death of the Fox Coffee House" at the Finish for all registered participants

1 Miler Kids able to have a non-registered parent join them. Volunteers on course to supervise.

More Elf N Cocoa Info and Perks:

1 Miler Kids Fun Run Starts at 8:40AM (age 12 and under) - 5K Starts at 9:00AM - 8K Starts at 9:05AM.

Walkers welcome in 5K distance. Need to register to participate and start at 9:05 behind runners.

Professional Photographer on staff. Free Downloadable Race and After-Party Photos provided 24-28 hrs after race.

Food Truck - DonutNV - Serving Donuts and Coffee! Pre and post race.

DJ playing Holiday Tunes at Post Race Party

Visit from a Special Character... :)

Jogging Strollers are permitted.

Dogs are not permitted to participate.

Race is Rain or Shine. No Refunds or Transfers.

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