Ugly Sweater 5k Run/Walk
Faribault, MN
Sat, Dec 5, 2026
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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
101 1st Ave NE, Faribault MN
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18–32°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
15–28°F
rain
2024
6–18°F
dry
2023
23–34°F
dry
2022
16–29°F
dry
2021
29–41°F
dry
2020
21–40°F
dry
2019
15–38°F
dry
2018
19–26°F
dry
2017
16–28°F
rain
2016
30–40°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
18°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Event Overview
Please join us for the first annual Winterfest Ugly Sweater 5k Run/Walk. This amazing stroll along the trails of Faribault will take place Saturday morning, December 5th at 9:00am as part of Winterfest.
Event Highlights
- Date: December 5th, 2026
- Time: 9:00am
- Location: 101 1st Ave NE, Faribault, MN
- URL: Race Registration
Contest & Activities
- Ugliest Sweater Contest: The person with the Ugliest Sweater will win an amazing basket of goodies from local stores.
- Post-Race Treats: Stay afterwards and enjoy treats with fellow participants.
- Holiday Market: Don't forget to visit the Holiday Market and beautiful decorations along Central Avenue.
- Ice Skating: Bring your ice skates as there is a rink at the start/finish line.
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