
Hot Chocolate & Eggnog Races is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Lockbourne, OH, with entry fees from $29.99 to $49.99.
From the Organizer
The Columbus Hot Chocolate & Eggnog 1 Mile, 5k, 10k, and Free Kid's Dash is a great way to wrap up the year with a fun and unique holiday race that is perfect for everyone in the family! Wear the ugliest sweater, shirt or jacket that you can find! Join in the fun of racing around one of central Ohio's newest parks at Bank Run Metro Park and then enjoy some snacks and drink delicious eggnog and decadent hot chocolate!
All 1 Mile, 5k, and 10k participants will receive delicious hot chocolate, yummy eggnog, finish line race video, race photos, choice of either a race mug, a holiday hat with the option to upgrade to a long sleeve ring spun shirt, a custom finisher medal, a custom race bib, a chip timed race, instant results, snacks, fruit, refreshments, scenic race course, photo opp in front of a pair of 10ft and 15ft inflatable reindeer as well as a 20ft snowman (weather dependent), FREE parking and more!
For more information on the event please visit the official race website at: https://www.usaracetiming.com/hotchocolate
Weather
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
46°
Typical Low
27°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus-Valley Crossing, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
906,480
as of 2023
City Elevation
682 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Hot Chocolate & Eggnog Races
Dec 5, 2026