Hot Cocoa 10K/5KRun/Kids' 1Mile Run or Adult Walk

☕ 11th Annual Hot Cocoa Race Sponsored by Sylvania Prevention Alliance

❄️ Event Overview

• Family-Friendly: A great family event that will help chase away the winter blues!
• Date: The race will take place on February 21, 2026.
• Location: Olander Park, Sylvania, OH.
• Start Time: The race starts at 9 AM with multiple corrals for a safe start.

🏃 Race Options

• 10K & 5K: The 5K Race starts at the Nederhouser Community Building and runs a designated course.
• 1 Mile Race: A loop around Olander Lake, open to both kids and adults with timed options.
• Course Details: Courses are not closed to traffic: maps will be provided online and at packet pick-up.
• Fun Finish: Hot Cocoa and grab-and-go snacks available after the race finish.

🎓 Community Impact

• Proceeds: Funds support youth programs promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
• Prevention Focus: Aimed at preventing drug, alcohol use, and other at-risk behaviors.
• Programs Offered: Guidance and education that foster leadership and team building skills.
• Awards: Age group awards will be presented post-race.

📅 Important Dates

• Shirt Policy: After February 4th, no shirt guarantee and early bird pricing will end.
• Packet Pick Up: Thursday, February 19th from 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM at Dave's Running Shop, and Friday, February 20th from 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM at the Nederhouser in Olander Park.
• Race Day Pickup: Limited packet pick-up for those living more than 30 minutes away.

For more information, visit the race website: Hot Cocoa Race.