The Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K, celebrated annually in Syracuse, New York, combines holiday cheer with community spirit. Runners traverse Onondaga Lake Park, illuminated by the enchanting "Lights on the Lake" display. Participants are encouraged to wear festive attire, with awards for the best-dressed. The 2024 event featured custom long-sleeve shirts, winter headbands representing Team Santa or Team Grinch, and finisher medals. Proceeds from the event benefit local charities, fostering a sense of community and goodwill during the holiday season.
Race
5km
Race Date:
29 November, 2025
The Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K is a fun-filled 3.1-mile holiday race where participants run in their most festive and outrageous sweaters through Onondaga Lake Park. Organized by Willow Running, this event on November 29, 2025, brings together runners of all levels to celebrate the holiday season in a uniquely spirited way.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
How long is the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
Where does the Syracuse Ugly Sweater take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
How can I prepare for the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
The Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K is a fun-filled 3.1-mile holiday race where participants run in their most festive and outrageous sweaters through Onondaga Lake Park. Organized by Willow Running, this event on November 29, 2025, brings together runners of all levels to celebrate the holiday season in a uniquely spirited way.
The Syracuse Ugly Sweater is 5km long.
The Syracuse Ugly Sweater takes place in Liverpool, New York, USA.
Runna classifies the Syracuse Ugly Sweater elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
The Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K is a fun-filled 3.1-mile holiday race where participants run in their most festive and outrageous sweaters through Onondaga Lake Park. Organized by Willow Running, this event on November 29, 2025, brings together runners of all levels to celebrate the holiday season in a uniquely spirited way.
How long is the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
The Syracuse Ugly Sweater is 5km long.
Where does the Syracuse Ugly Sweater take place?
The Syracuse Ugly Sweater takes place in Liverpool, New York, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
Runna classifies the Syracuse Ugly Sweater elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Syracuse Ugly Sweater?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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