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Event Description
The Ugly Sweater Run is a fun and spirited holiday race for all ages and abilities—where ugly sweaters meet beautiful people! Join Run The Land on Sunday, December 27th, for a cheerful 5K supporting the Christians in Action food pantry and helping local families in need this holiday season. New in 2026- team pricing discount because the more the merrier!
Run, walk, or carol through the streets of Olmsted Falls. Start and finish will be at the Olmsted Community Center and hosted by Run The Land.
Come dressed in your most outrageous, sparkly, or downright hilarious ugly sweater! Every participant will also receive their own custom ugly sweater, making this race a perfect way to keep the holiday spirit going with style, laughter, and community fun.
Packet Pick Up and Event Address
Olmsted Community Center
8170 Mapleway Dr, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
Pick Up will be inside the community center.
Participant Perks
- Ugly Sweater long sleeve shirt perfect for the holidays!
- Chip Timed Runner Bib
- Hot Cocoa
- Create-Your-Own Ugly Sweater Cookie Station
- Post race snacks
- Photo op and a festive run!
Proceeds will benefit the Christians in Action food pantry that services Olmsted Falls.
Age Groups and Awards
Top 3 Male Female and 10 year Age Groups
Event Timeline
Packet Pick-Up: 7:00am
5K Start: 8:30am
Kids Run: 10:00am
Bring your holiday cheer, your friends and family, and help us make a difference this season.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Christians in Action food pantry will also accept food/goods donations (please check expiration dates)
MOST NEEDED ITEMS
BELOW IS A LIST OF NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE MOST NEEDED:
- SPAGHETTI SAUCE AND NOODLES
- CANNED BEEF STEW OR CHILI
- CANNED TUNA, SALMON OR CHICKEN
- BOXED DINNERS SUCH AS HAMBURGER HELPER
- MACARONI & CHEESE
- CANNED VEGETABLES, FRUIT OR SOUPS
- APPLESAUCE
- BROWNIE MIXES / CAKE MIXES
- CANNED TOMATOES OR TOMATO SAUCE
- CANNED POTATOES
- BREAKFAST CEREAL
- PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY
- SNACK FOODS (CRACKERS, COOKIES, ETC)
- TOILET PAPER
- TOOTHPASTE, SHAMPOO, BAR SOAP
This was LAST YEARS design. A brand new design will be here for 2026!
Course Map
The Kids Run will take place in the parking lot and play area. Approximately 100 to 400m depending on age.
Teams - The More the Merrier
Creating a team is easy as folding a present:
1) The first person to sign up creates the team.
2) That person will enter a team name and password, then finish their own registration.
3) Once done, they can share the team name and password so others can join!
The sweetest part? Each team member will save $5 on their registration!
The team captain does not have to sign everyone up. Rather, each team member can sign up and pay for their own registration, all while still receiving $5 off!
Contact Form
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Event Location
Olmsted Community Center
8170 Mapleway Dr
Olmsted Falls, OH 44138 US
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