Saratoga Ugly Sweater 5K (Team GRINCH vs Team SANTA)
Saratoga Ugly Sweater 5K (Team GRINCH vs Team SANTA) is a running race on December 13, 2026 in Saratoga Springs, NY, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- December 13, 2026 (97 days to go)
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Come celebrate the magical transition from Thanksgiving to the Christmas season with some festive and healthy fun!
The 4th Saratoga Ugly Sweater 5K is back — and this year it’s bigger, brighter, and uglier than ever. Can Team GRINCH reclaim the top spot?
- Grinch- 2023, 2024
- Santa- 2025
The only question is…
Will you spread cheer on Team SANTA or stir up some mischief on Team GRINCH ?
Event Highlights:
- Team Santa or Team Grinch Run Shirt
- Christmas Medal/Ornament
- Christmas Jingle Bell Wristband
- Costume Contest: Strut your stuff and compete for amazing awards in three categories: Most Creative, Best Ugly Sweater, Funniest
- Festive Atmosphere and Christmas Vibes
- Beastmode Strength Endurance Challenge
Beastmode Running:
Beastmode Running was built for people who want more than just another race. This event will be part of the Saratoga Wellness Run Series, with several new runs and adventures coming. Beastmode Running goal is to create Fun and Run into One! Beastmode Running was created to provide a fun fitness community platform where like minded people can come together to push their limits, set bold goals, break them, and set new ones!
Beastmode Fitness Run Challenge:
All Beastmode Running Events with an extra optional Beastmode Fitness Challenge. For this event, complete the full 5K loop while carrying a wrapped Christmas Tree and earn the exclusive Beastmode Slider, a special attachment that slides onto your Finisher Medal Ribbon (See Image Below). This a unique pure grit challenge: same course, same distance, just with a fully wrapped Christmas Tree in your arms the entire way.
Run Club, Team, and Business Competition:
Grab your friends, dress up, and sign up with your run club or team. Separate recognition and awards will be given to top performing run club, team, and business. Team rankings are based on the average finish time of the individual team members.
Beastmode Running Partnerships, Collaborations, and Sponsorships:
Beastmode Running creates unique, high-energy growing events that attract motivated runners and strong community participation. With the goal of creating something mutually beneficial and a win-win. We're looking for brands, local businesses, and partners who want meaningful exposure and authentic engagement. For more information, please email Beastmoderunningco@gmail.com or call/text Anthony (315-663-5540).
Volunteer Beastmode Running Opportunities- Bring the Energy:
Join the Beastmode Crew! We're looking for high energy vibe, fun can-do volunteers who want to help add to the event atmosphere. Volunteer opportunities will be added to the website for sign ups. Wide variety of positions available for help (Photography, Entertainment, Packet Pick-Up, Hand out Medals, Course Support, ect.). Please reach out and email, Beastmoderunningco@gmail.com or call/text Anthony (315-663-5540).
Awards and Results: More Info Coming Soon.
Packet Pick Up: More Info Coming Soon.
After Party Fun and Awards: More Info Coming Soon.
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
38°
Typical Low
23°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saratoga Springs 4 Sw, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saratoga Springs, NY
Population
28,542
as of 2023
City Elevation
223 ft
Nearest Airport
ALB
Albany International Airport · 22 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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97
Days to train
- Race
- Saratoga Ugly Sweater 5K (Team GRINCH vs Team SANTA)
- Date
- December 13, 2026
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Saratoga Ugly Sweater 5K (Team GRINCH vs Team SANTA)
Dec 13, 2026