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5k Run/Walk

Price: $30
Time: 9:00AM EST 11:00AM EST
Registration ends December 27, 2025 at 8:30am EST
Free- includes cocoa and cookies!

Kid Run

Price: $0
Time: 10:00AM EST 10:30AM EST
Registration ends December 27, 2025 at 10:00am EST

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 28th, for a cheerful 5K supporting the Heights Emergency Food Center and helping local families in need this holiday season.

Run, walk, or carol through Forest Hill Park. Start and finish will be at the Cleveland Heights Recreation Pavillion.

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

Cleveland Heights Rec Pavillion
1 Monticello Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

Pick Up will be inside the Recreation center.

Participant Perks

  • Custom long sleeve shirt perfect for the holidays
  • Hot cocoa and cookies
  • Post race snacks
  • Photo op and a festive run!

Proceeds will benefit the Heights Emergency Food Bank that services Cleveland Heights and surrounding areas.

Event Timeline

Packet Pick-Up: 8:00am
5K Start: 9:00am
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!

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Event Location

Cleveland Heights Rec Pavillion
1 Monticello Blvd
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 US View Location on Map

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