Sweaty Sweater 5k
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Sweaty Sweater 5k event overview
The Sweaty Sweater 5k is a holiday themed community running event held at Front Range Community College in Fort Collins, Colorado on December 19, 2026. The event program includes a 5k Run/Walk and a Kids 1 mile fun run for children 12 and under; all kids receive an official bib number and a finisher medal that doubles as an ornament.
Online registration is open through December 17, 2026. Packet pick-up is available the day before at Runners Roost in the Square Shopping Center, and additional packet pick-up occurs at the race venue on event day.
The event features team competition with a minimum team size of four registered 5k participants. Team award categories include Best Team Name, Largest Team, Fastest Team, Most Festive Team, and a Corporate Cup for business teams. Individual awards recognize the top three overall finishers in male, female, and non-binary categories, plus top three male and female finishers in standard age groups.
Additional event elements include an Ugly Sweater Contest with cash prizes for the top three winners, post-race holiday sweets and hot drinks, a postcard sending station, on site photos with Santa, and a Winter Farmers Market with local vendors. Awards are sponsored by SML Uncorked. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
