Ugly Sweater Run - Olmsted Falls
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Ugly Sweater Run - Olmsted Falls
The Ugly Sweater Run in Olmsted Falls is a seasonal road event held on December 27, 2026, with activities centered at the Olmsted Community Center, 8170 Mapleway Dr, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138. The event offers in-person and virtual participation options and introduces team pricing discounts for 2026.
Distances and event formats include:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 0.25 Miles The Little Elves Dash
- 5 Miles Virtual Run/Walk
The Little Elves Dash is a free kids event for participants under 12; organizers request a food or monetary donation and note that kids will not receive a shirt. Packet pick up will take place inside the community center.
Participant items listed for the in-person event include an ugly sweater long sleeve shirt, chip timed runner bib, hot cocoa, a create-your-own ugly sweater cookie station, post-race snacks, and a photo opportunity. Proceeds will benefit the Christians in Action food pantry that serves Olmsted Falls. The pantry will accept food and goods donations and lists commonly needed nonperishable items such as pasta and sauce, canned meats and vegetables, boxed dinners, cereal, peanut butter, toiletries, and similar goods.
Awards include top three male and female finishers and awards by 10-year age groups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
