Ugly Sweater Race
Participants don festive holiday attire and tacky sweaters to run or walk chip-timed 5K and 10K courses, while children ten and under can participate in the short Elf Dash. On-course aid stations support racers along the route. Finishers are awarded a race medal and can enjoy post-race refreshments.
What to Expect
Holiday-themed 5K, 10K, and kids' Elf Dash through Two Rivers Park.
Event Details
Ages
All ages for 5K/10K, Elf Dash for 10 and under.
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Little Rock Marathon Events
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children and festive runners
Vibe
Festive and active
Energy Level
High
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: 5K: $30 (7/15/26–9/9/2026), $35 (9/10/2026–10/23/2026), $40 (10/24/2026–12/11/2026), $50 race day. Elf Dash: $15, $20, $25, $25 for those same periods, respectively. Fees are not refundable; a transaction and credit card processing fee applies. – Get tickets
- Pets: Dogs are not allowed in any of the races.
Tips & Advice
- Register early, because fees go up in stages and online registration closes on December 11; after that, you can only sign up late at packet pick-up.
- Sign up by December 1 to get the long-sleeve race shirt and by December 11 to have your name printed on your race number.
- Bring ID that matches the name on your registration, because you can't pick up a race packet without it.
- Pin your race number on the front of your outermost layer so it stays visible over your ugly sweater or costume the whole time.
- Dress for the weather, because the race goes ahead rain or shine and is only called off in severe weather.
Special Events & Promotions
- Virtual 5K and 10K: run your own route starting December 20 and get a shirt, race number and finisher's medal
- Registration costs less the earlier you sign up and is highest on race day
- Overall top-three male and female awards, with no awards ceremony after the race
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which races can I enter?
There's a chip-timed 5K and 10K, plus the Elf Dash for children 10 and under. The Elf Dash is untimed, less than a quarter mile, and parents can run with their kids. There are also virtual 5K and 10K options.
What's included with registration?
5K and 10K runners get a long-sleeve shirt, a race number with their name on it if they register by the deadline, and course support with aid stations. All finishers get a medal and post-race refreshments. Elf Dash kids get a long-sleeve cotton shirt, a race number and a stocking filled with treats.
Where do I pick up my packet?
Pick-up is on Friday, December 18 at Subaru of Little Rock, 12121 Colonel Glenn Rd. On race morning it moves to the Registration Tent at Two Rivers Park. Bring ID that matches the name on your packet.
Can I bring a stroller or my dog?
No. Baby joggers, strollers, dogs, roller blades, skateboards and bikes aren't allowed in any of the races.
Is there a time limit?
Yes. You have one hour to finish the 5K and two hours to finish the 10K.
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