Hot Chocolate Run – Louisville
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Louisville SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run - December 12, 2026
The SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run in Louisville is a city road race with three distance options and a post-race celebration focused on chocolate-based finishes. The event is staged at Waterfront Park (TurfMutt Great Lawn South, 231 E Witherspoon St, Louisville, KY 40202) and the course passes near Historic Main Street, Louisville Slugger Field, and Yum Center.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K
Event features include a post-race party at Waterfront Park with music, vendors, hot chocolate, and a finisher’s mug served with chocolate fondue and dippables. Every registrant receives a race kit that includes a full-zip fleece and a finisher’s medal; a limited-time Tour Tee offer is listed for some registrations.
A Ghirardelli Cocoa Club upgrade provides a canvas tote with single-serve Ghirardelli cocoa, a $35 hot chocolate store credit, VIP preferred corral placement, access to a reserved club area, and an upgraded onsite experience that may include a hot breakfast item, heaters, dedicated restrooms, premium Ghirardelli hot cocoa, and extra dippables.
Expo and packet pick-up take place at Louisville Slugger Field on Friday, December 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Packet mailing is available for a fee until November 22, 2026; there is no race day packet pick-up. Free high-resolution race photos and official race times are emailed to participants after finishing.
Overall and age group awards are given for the 5K, 10K, and 15K with cash prizes and registration incentives for top finishers. An Event Alert System communicates course conditions and safety notices to participants before and during the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
