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Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K

Date
November 28, 2026
Distance
Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K (Team Santa) · Ugly Sweater 5K (Team Grinch) · Ugly Sweater 5K Yeti Walk & more
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From the Organizer

SYRACUSE UGLY SWEATER 5K 

November 28, 2026

Race Event start time 10:00am

Come celebrate the transition from Thanksgiving to the Christmas season with a fun and festive Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K for runners and walkers. The 12th Annual Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K will once again be held at Onondaga Lake Park under the Lights on the Lake. All runners participating in the Ugly Sweater 5K run (either Team Santa or Team Grinch) will receive a custom long sleeve shirt and custom finisher medal. New for 2026 will be the addition of the Ugly Sweater 5K Yeti Walk. All of those participating in the rewarding 5K walk will receive a custom Winter Beanie and a finisher medal.

Post race awards ceremony and party will be at the Cobblestone in Liverpool.  There will be awards for the Overall and Age Group winners as well as prizes for best in dress.

All donations, both financial and in-kind will go to the Ainsley's Angels of Syracuse this year. 

 

Events

Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K (Team Santa)10 AMRegister →
Ugly Sweater 5K (Team Grinch)10 AMRegister →
Ugly Sweater 5K Yeti Walk10 AMRegister →
Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K (Virtual -Team Santa)10 AMRegister →
Ugly Sweater 5K (Virtual -Team Grinch)10 AMRegister →

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

43°

Typical Low

29°

Chance of Rain

57%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Syracuse Hancock Intl Ap, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:14 AMSunset 4:33 PMDaylight 9h 19m

Host City

About Liverpool, NY

Elevation

362 ft

Nearest Airport

SYR

Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 5 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K
Date
November 28, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K?
Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K is a running race held in Liverpool, New York on November 28, 2026. 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 Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K?
Saturday, November 28, 2026 in Liverpool, New York at 106 Lake Dr., Liverpool, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K

Nov 28, 2026

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