Tacky Sweater 5K
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- 1309 Raleigh Ave, Norfolk, VA
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk Virtual
From the Organizer
Come out and participate to be a part of the seventh annual fun festive holiday event that features a 5K run and a 5K walk. Live, Love, Run or Volunteer Tacky in support of EVMS Melanoma Awareness.
We have a great course in store for you this year. The race will start and finish in front of Smartmouth Brewery in the Chelsea District of Norfolk. Part of the course will be along the scenic Elizabeth River Trail through scenic West Ghent, over the Mid-Town Tunnel, through Plum Point Park on the Elizabeth River and back to Smartmouth Brewery. All finishers receive a custom finisher medal.
The Tacky Sweater 5K raises money for EVMS Dermatology and the Dermatology Student Group. Our mission is to provide the highest level of dermatologic care to all, while fostering a culture of excellence in education, discovery, and service to our community.
Early packet pickup and opportunity to register on Friday, December 6th from 5PM to 7PM, at Smartmouth Brewing Company 1309 Raleigh Ave, Norfolk, VA 23507. Stick around for a festive party in Chelsea and a special visit by the Krampus parade.
Be sure to stick around at Smartmouth Brewery for a festive post race party with Food, entertainment, Smartmouth beer, Awards, Giveaways and Tacky Sweater contest
The race starts and finishes in front of Smartmouth Brewery and loops around West Ghent and Plum Point Park on the Elizabeth River Trail
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
55°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Norfolk S, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Norfolk, VA
Population
235,037
as of 2023
Elevation
5 ft
Nearest Airport
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 3 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 Tacky Sweater 5K?
- Tacky Sweater 5K is a running race held in Norfolk, Virginia on December 5, 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 Tacky Sweater 5K?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Norfolk, Virginia at 1309 Raleigh Ave, Norfolk, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Tacky Sweater 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Tacky Sweater 5K
Dec 5, 2026