Ugly Sweater 5k
Typically 58–76°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
46–74°F
dry
2024
43–62°F
dry
2023
47–72°F
dry
2022
56–76°F
dry
2021
64–85°F
dry
2020
62–75°F
dry
2019
64–81°F
rain
2018
39–68°F
dry
2017
43–72°F
dry
2016
66–78°F
dry
Best months to race in Florida →
About this race
Wear your favorite and best ugly sweater for there will be judges on site and whoever wins gets the UGLY SWEATER AWARDS also that persons sweater will be next years medal & they receive 2 FREE entrees! (Age appropriate Sweater for the medal)
Breakfast BBQ after the run!
Please note that parking is extremely limited this is why we have a 100-person registration cap.
We strongly encourage all participants to carpool. Additional parking is available just down the street.
Categories:
Age Group Awards
<12, 13-19 20-44 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70+
OVERALL M/F WINNERS
Registration is capped at 100 participants, giving you excellent odds to place in your age group!
Important Pre-Race Details:
5K STARTS AT 7:30AM SHARP
PACKET PICKUP IS THE MORNING OF THE RACE STARTING AT 6AM
Rothenback Park with paved trails amid ponds & wetlands, plus 2 playgrounds & a pavilion for picnics.
Public restroom · Animals are NOT allowed · Picnic tables
Address: 8650 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241
Let’s Make It Fun!
We can’t wait to see you for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and great memories.
Thank you for being part of this exciting, ugly sweater 5k run!
Happy Racing! 🏅🎉
Course map
Train with a club
Run clubs near Sarasota to train with before race day.
Suggested Races
Organize this race?
Claim it free to manage your listing — and get it featured for free, while spots last.