In 81 days · Sat, Dec 19, 2026
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When
Saturday, December 19th, 2026
Where
McCreary County Park, Whitley City KY
Distance
5K
Typical weather
34–51°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
31–46°F
rain
2024
35–45°F
dry
2023
22–38°F
dry
2022
23–43°F
dry
2021
31–44°F
dry
2020
28–47°F
dry
2019
21–43°F
dry
2018
32–57°F
dry
2017
42–60°F
rain
2016
25–36°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event: Ugly Sweater 5K
- Date: Saturday, December 19th
- Registration: 10AM
- Race Start: 11AM
- Location: McCreary County Park, Whitley City, KY
Registration Fees
- July 1-31: $20
- August 1-31: $22
- September 1-30: $24
- October 1-31: $26
- November 1-30: $28
- December 1-20: $30
- Day of Race: $35
Additional Information
- Shirt Deadline: Saturday, December 5th
More Information
- Race Link: Ugly Sweater 5K Registration
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