Ugly Sweater 5k is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Sarasota, FL.
From the Organizer
Wear your favorite and best ugly sweater for there will be judges on site and whoever wins gets to pick the ugly sweater of there choice next year with FREE entree!
FREE Food after the run!
Please carpool for parking is limited
Categories:
Age Group Awards
<12, 13-19 20-44 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70+
Enjoy the Atmosphere:
Important Pre-Race Details:
Stretch Session:
Join us 30 minutes before the race for a guided stretch session.
Meet the Race Director:
Take the opportunity to meet your new race director, who is excited to welcome you and support you throughout the event
Let’s Make It Fun!
We can’t wait to see you for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and great memories.
Thank you for being part of this exciting, ugly sweater 5k run!
Happy Racing! 🏅🎉
Host City
City Elevation
13 ft
Nearest Airport
SRQ
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Ugly Sweater 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Plan your trip
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Ugly Sweater 5k
Dec 12, 2026