Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run is a running race on December 6, 2026 in West Deptford, NJ, with entry fees from $30 to $45.
- Date
- December 6, 2026 (136 days to go)
- Price
- $30–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
9th Annual Holiday Race featuring 3 Great Distances and a Whole Lot of fun.
This race proudly supports the HEADstrong Foundation. Info Here: www.HEADstrong.org
8K and 5K Race Amenities:
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Chip-Timed Race with Live Results and awards
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Course Highlights:
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Paved Course
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Waterfront Areas with Views of Philadelphia
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Awards for top male and female finishers in 8K and 5K (Top 3 Overall and Top 3 Per Age Group -10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, and every 10 yrs)
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Finisher Medals a Custom Cocoa Mug for All Finishers
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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:
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1 Mile Non-timed Course for Kids 14 and Under.
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Fun Run Starts at 8:40am (Right Before the 8K/5K)
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Finisher Medal and Elf n Cocoa custom beanie for all kids too! Must register by 12/2 to guarantee beanie.
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Cup of Delicious Hot Cocoa from "Death of the Fox Coffee House" at the Finish for all registered participants
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1 Miler Kids able to have a non-registered parent join them. Volunteers on course to supervise.
More Elf N Cocoa Info and Perks:
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1 Miler Kids Fun Run Starts at 8:40AM (age 12 and under) - 5K Starts at 9:00AM - 8K Starts at 9:05AM.
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Walkers welcome in 5K distance. Need to register to participate and start at 9:05 behind runners.
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Professional Photographer on staff. Free Downloadable Race and After-Party Photos provided 24-28 hrs after race.
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Food Truck - DonutNV - Serving Donuts and Coffee! Pre and post race.
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DJ playing Holiday Tunes at Post Race Party
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Visit from a Special Character... :)
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Jogging Strollers are permitted.
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Dogs are not permitted to participate.
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Race is Rain or Shine. No Refunds or Transfers.
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
49°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Philadelphia Intl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About West Deptford, NJ
Nearest Airport
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
136
Days to train
- Race
- Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- December 6, 2026
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Elf 'N' Cocoa 8K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Dec 6, 2026