2026 Hot Cocoa Run
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About the Race
Join us on Sunday, Feb 15 for the return of the Hot Cocoa Run! ⭐️ Race entry includes admission to all three days of WinterFest! ⭐️ Early registration will close on Thursday, February 12 at midnight. Any latecomers can sign up on-site on Sunday morning starting at 11 am. RACE STARTS AT NOON 🚨 Check-In Details 🚨 WinterFest entry is included with your registration! All Hot Cocoa Run attendees will receive an emailed WinterFest ticket to your email on file for the run. You will u...
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Common questions
How hard is the 2026 Hot Cocoa Run 5K?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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