2027 Hot Cocoa Races
- Date
- February 27, 2027
- Location
- Olander Park, Sylvania, OH
- Distance
- 10K · 5k · 1 Mile
From the Organizer
12th Annual Hot Cocoa Races sponsored by Sylvania Prevention Alliance
A great family event that will help chase away the winter blues! Our Hot Cocoa Races are held in partnership with Olander Park. Racing begins at 9am with staggered starts to ensure a safe start. There are multiple distances to chose from including 5K, 10K, and 1 mile.
The 1 mile race will include the 1 mile loop around Olander Lake. This is a timed 1 mile run or walk open to ages 8+.
The 5K race will start at the Nederhouser Building inside of Olander Park. From there participants will cross Sylvania Avenue into the Farmbrook neighborhood, run onto the University Parks Trail to McCord Road, and heading north on McCord Road and making your way through the Monarch Meadows neighborhood. Finally, particpants will cross Sylvania Avenue back into Olander Park to circle the lake and finish inside Olander Park where you started. This race is open to ages 12+
The 10K will follow the same course, but continue onto the University Parks trail to the Holland Sylvania intersection, before coming back to the 5K course to finish. This race is open to ages 16+
Proceeds will go towards supporting Sylvania Prevention Alliance. Sylvania Prevention Alliance's mission is to empower youth, families, and the community to make safe and healthy choices. For more information, please visit our website. https://sylvaniaprevention.org/
Sign up today! Early bird pricing ends and shirt order deadline is on Monday February 8th.
Race Times
10K- Starts at 9:10am
5k- Starts at 9:05am
1 Mile- Starts at 9:10am
Age Group Awards
5K/10K (Top 3 in each group, male and female)
19 and under
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
1 Mile (TBD)
Packet Pick Up
Wednesday February 24th from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at Dave's Running Shop in Sylvania, 5700 Monroe St., Sylvania, OH
Friday February 26th from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at the Nederhouser located in Olander Park.
There will be limited RACE DAY Packet Pick-up at the race site for those who live more than 30 minutes away.
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
42°
Typical Low
25°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Toledo Express Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sylvania, OH
Population
19,038
as of 2023
Elevation
663 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 39 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2027 Hot Cocoa Races?
- 2027 Hot Cocoa Races is a running race held in Sylvania, Ohio on February 27, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2027 Hot Cocoa Races?
- Saturday, February 27, 2027 in Sylvania, Ohio at Olander Park, Sylvania, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2027 Hot Cocoa Races?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2027 Hot Cocoa Races
Feb 27, 2027