Hot Chocolate Run – St. Louis
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St. Louis SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run - December 6, 2026
The SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run in Downtown St. Louis is a road race event that offers distance options through city streets and landmarks. Courses pass sites such as Energizer Park, Soldiers Memorial, Saint Louis University, and Union Station. The 15K route additionally runs down Washington Avenue and through Ballpark Village and the Soulard area.
Race registration includes a full-zip jacket, a commemorative finisher's medal, a commemorative race bib, a finisher's mug with chocolate fondue and dippables, and free race photos. Races are professionally managed and electronically timed. A post race party takes place in Downtown St. Louis with music, vendors, and hot chocolate.
Distances:
- 5K
- 15K
An on-site Hot Chocolate Expo and packet pick-up is scheduled for Saturday, December 5, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at America’s Center. Expo entry is free and open to the public. There is no race day packet pick-up; packets must be collected at the Expo or mailed to participants if that option is selected.
A Ghirardelli Cocoa Club VIP upgrade offers premium Ghirardelli hot cocoa, a shopping bag with take home cocoa, a $35 onsite store credit, preferred corral placement, a dedicated Cocoa Club area, upgraded onsite amenities, and additional dippables.
Overall awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in both distances with cash prizes and free registration for next year; age group awards include registration discounts and patches. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
