Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K
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Event overview
The Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K is a 5K event held on November 28, 2026, in Liverpool, New York. The event is the 12th annual edition and takes place at Onondaga Lake Park under the Lights on the Lake. Multiple participation options are offered, including in-person 5K runs for Team Santa and Team Grinch, virtual 5K options, and the Ugly Sweater 5K Yeti Walk. In-person and walk entry fees are listed at $40 (includes a $3 fee); virtual entries are listed at $48 (includes a $3 fee).
Location and packet pickup
The recorded venue address is 106 Lake Dr., Liverpool, NY 13088. Packet pickup is scheduled before the race on Tuesday, November 25 (5:00 PM to 7:00 PM) and Friday, November 27 (1:00 PM to 3:00 PM). Race day packet pickup is listed at the Salt Museum near the start/finish area at 106 Lake Dr.
Awards, items, and charity
Runners in the in-person 5K receive a custom long sleeve shirt and a finisher medal. Participants in the Yeti Walk receive a custom winter beanie and a finisher medal. A post-race awards ceremony and party are planned at the Cobblestone in Liverpool, with awards for Overall and Age Group winners and prizes for best dress. An ugly sweater contest will award Best Ugly Sweater, Most Creative, and Funniest. All donations will go to Ainsley’s Angels of Syracuse. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
