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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
1570 Rohr Rd, Lockbourne OH
5K · 10K · 1 Mile
30–44°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
12–27°F
dry
2024
20–38°F
dry
2023
30–39°F
rain
2022
25–47°F
dry
2021
30–58°F
rain
2020
32–42°F
dry
2019
30–44°F
dry
2018
30–34°F
dry
2017
32–55°F
rain
2016
34–42°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
The Columbus Hot Chocolate & Eggnog 1 Mile, 5k, 10k, and Free Kid's Dash is a great way to wrap up the year with a fun and unique holiday race that is perfect for everyone in the family! Wear the ugliest sweater, shirt or jacket that you can find! Join in the fun of racing around one of central Ohio's newest parks at Bank Run Metro Park and then enjoy some snacks and drink delicious eggnog and decadent hot chocolate!
Participant Details
- Included Items: All 1 Mile, 5k, and 10k participants will receive delicious hot chocolate, yummy eggnog, finish line race video, and race photos.
- Choices Available: Participants can choose either a race mug, a holiday hat with the option to upgrade to a long sleeve ring spun shirt.
- Finisher Rewards: A custom finisher medal, a custom race bib, and a chip timed race will be provided.
- Extras Offered: Enjoy instant results, snacks, fruit, refreshments, a scenic race course, a photo opportunity in front of giant inflatable reindeer and snowman (weather dependent), FREE parking, and more!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-12-05
- Location: 1570 Rohr Rd, Lockbourne, OH
- Official Race Website: For more information on the event please visit the official race website at: Hot Chocolate & Eggnog Races
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