13TH Annual
13th Annual Cocoa Cup 5K
13th Annual Cocoa Cup 5K is a running race on December 19, 2026 in Summerville, SC, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- December 19, 2026 (104 days to go)
- Price
- $45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Registration Opens 9/15/26
Join us in welcoming
Hoover Automotive Group of Summerville
as our new presenting sponsor!
Run. Celebrate. Sip.
Join us for the Cocoa Cup 5K in beautiful Summerville, SC—a festive race where the miles are fun and the finish line is extra sweet!
Whether you’re chasing a new PR, running with friends and family, or simply here for the hot cocoa, the Cocoa Cup 5K is the perfect way to kick off the season. Enjoy a fun, festive course through Summerville, then celebrate your finish with a warm cup of cocoa and plenty of post-race cheer.
5K Swag
Every registered 5K participant will receive a cozy Cocoa Cup hoodie—yes, a warm, fluffy hoodie!—commemorating this year’s event. Finishers can also look forward to a free cup of hot cocoa and other race-day goodies.
Kids Run
Little runners can join the fun, too! Registration is required for all Kids Run participants.
A Few Race-Day Details:
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The Cocoa Cup 5K will be held rain or shine.
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No refunds will be issued
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Strollers are welcome!
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For the safety and comfort of all participants, please leave your furry friends at home.
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Bring your friends, bring your family, and come ready to run, laugh, and celebrate.
We’ll see you at the sweetest finish line in Summerville!
Race Day Activities:
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Holiday Costume Contest- Dress in your most festive holiday attire to have a chance to win some great prizes
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Pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus- Come to the photo booth and pose with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves for some great holiday photos!
Race Day Schedule
7:30am— Packet pickup
9:00am— One-mile Kid's fun run – Ages 12 and under, registration is mandatory
9:30am— 5K Start, followed by holiday festivities, hot cocoa, and the awards ceremony
Interested in sponsorship? Contact Danielle at danielle@fleetfeetmountpleasant.com
Packet Pick-Up:
Thursday 12/17 10a-6pm Fleet Feet Mt Pleasant (881 Houston Northcutt Blvd)
Friday 12/18 10a-6pm at Fleet Feet Summerville (117 E Richardson Ave)
Saturday 12/19 7:30a-9:00a at the race site under the Fleet Feet tents (Brown Family Park Nexton)
WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!! Please contact Jennifer Roberts at jennifer@fleetfeetmountpleasant.com for more information.
Proceeds from this race will benefit East Cooper Community Outreach, The Lowcountry Food Bank and The Navigation Center.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
61°
Typical Low
37°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Summerville 4w, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Summerville, SC
Population
51,262
as of 2023
City Elevation
63 ft
Nearest Airport
CHS
Charleston International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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104
Days to train
- Race
- 13th Annual Cocoa Cup 5K
- Date
- December 19, 2026
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13th Annual Cocoa Cup 5K
Dec 19, 2026