Hot Chocolate Run – Columbus
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Columbus SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run : McFerson Commons
The SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run in Columbus is scheduled for November 15, 2026, with events held at McFerson Commons and a course through the Riverfront and Downtown districts. The event offers three distance options:
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K
Every registered participant receives a swag kit that includes a full-zip jacket and a finisher's medal. The finish area and post-race party at McFerson Commons feature hot chocolate, a chocolate fondue finisher's mug with dippables, music, and vendor displays. The course route passes landmarks such as the Rich Street Bridge over the Scioto River, Bicentennial Park, Nationwide Arena, and the Union Station Arch, and it travels through neighborhoods including Brewery District, German Village, Victorian Village, and Short North.
A VIP upgrade is available through the Ghirardelli Cocoa Club, which includes premium Ghirardelli hot cocoa, a Cocoa Club shopping bag, a site credit for the Hot Chocolate store, VIP corral placement, access to a dedicated Cocoa Club area, and an upgraded onsite experience with additional amenities.
An expo and packet pickup take place the day before the race at the Greater Columbus Convention Center; the expo is free and open to the public. Free high-resolution photos and official race times are provided to participants after the event. Overall awards and age group awards are presented for each distance, with prize packages and registration benefits for top finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
