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

Sun December 8, 2024 West Deptford, NJ 08086 US Directions

Events

8K Race

$50 9:05AM EST Price increases after December 5, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

5K Race

$45 9:00AM EST Price increases after December 5, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

1 Mile Kids

$35 8:45AM EST Registration ends December 8, 2024 at 8:15am EST

Place

Riverwinds Community Center
1000 Riverwinds Drive
West Deptford, NJ US 08086

Description

Holiday Themed Event featuring 3 Great Distances and a Whole Lot of Fun! Celebrate the holidays by running with friends and family for this popular race's 7th year! 

This race proudly supports the HEADstrong Foundation. Info Here: www.HEADstrong.org 
8K and 5K Race Amenities:
  • Chip -Timed Race with Live- Streamed 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 - Under 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, etc)
  • Custom Tech Tee included * Long sleeve available for $6 extra! *Please register by Nov. 21 to guarantee first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for new sign ups after Nov. 21.
  • Finisher Medals for All Participants
  • 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 Course for Kids 14 and Under. Fun Run is Non-timed.  
  • Fun Run Starts at 8:40am (Right Before the 8K/5K)
  • Finisher Medal and Elf n Cocoa Shirt for 1 Mile Participants! *Please register by Nov. 21 to guarantee first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for sign ups after Nov. 21.
  • 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 Runners Start at 9:00AM - 8K Runners/Walkers Start 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.
  • Runner may change Distance through EMAIL or at Race Check-in. Extra fee required if upgrading.
  • Packet Pick Up on Race day Sunday (12/08) from 7:30-8:30am at Riverwinds Community Center lobby. Runners and walkers need to check-in between 7:30 - 8:30 AM to pick up race items and listen to race announcements.
Volunteers receive great perks! View details and sign up on the "Volunteer" tab above.
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NEW in 2024! Free Swag for Multi-Race Finishers - Learn More Here

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Gold Level - Buddy the Elf

Silver Level - Sugarplum Mary

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