Ugly Sweater Fun Run - Vail
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Vail Ugly Sweater Fun Run
The Vail Ugly Sweater Fun Run takes place on December 13, 2026, with the start and finish at Bart & Yeti's in Lionshead and a route through Vail Village. The event is non competitive and includes aid on course offering water and hot chocolate.
Participants choose between these distances:
- 5K course through Lionshead and Vail Village
- 3K shorter route through Vail Village
Entry details note a $9 registration fee plus a donation of food or an unwrapped new toy. All entry fees will be donated to partner charities. Donation drop off boxes are provided at local collection points including the Rodeo Rink in Eagle, Santa's Workshop, and the Bill Wright Tennis Center, and Edward Jones locations in Eagle County also collect items.
The event features an after party at Bart & Yeti's with free breakfast burritos, breakfast beer, hot chocolate, and a raffle for participants. Santa will lead runners through town on a bicycle and prizes will be awarded for best outfits in categories for individuals, teams, dogs, and kids.
The run is presented by The Steadman Clinic and US Bank with support from Bart & Yeti's, Discover Vail, First Western Trust, and the Vail Daily. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
