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Saturday, November 28th, 2026
106 Lake Dr., Liverpool NY
5K
31–42°F · rain likely
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 6 of the last 10 years
2025
31–33°F
rain
2024
34–38°F
rain
2023
25–32°F
rain
2022
35–49°F
dry
2021
30–37°F
rain
2020
36–45°F
dry
2019
31–42°F
rain
2018
32–34°F
rain
2017
24–57°F
dry
2016
32–46°F
dry
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About this race
Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K
Date
- Day: November 28
- Year: 2026
- Start Time: 10:00 AM
Event Details
Come celebrate the transition from Thanksgiving to the Christmas season with a fun and festive Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K for runners and walkers. The 12th Annual Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K will once again be held at Onondaga Lake Park under the Lights on the Lake. All runners participating in the Ugly Sweater 5K run (either Team Santa or Team Grinch) will receive a custom long sleeve shirt and custom finisher medal. New for 2026 will be the addition of the Ugly Sweater 5K Yeti Walk. All of those participating in the rewarding 5K walk will receive a custom Winter Beanie and a finisher medal.
Awards and Ceremony
- Location: Post race awards ceremony and party will be at the Cobblestone in Liverpool.
- Awards: There will be awards for the Overall and Age Group winners.
- Best in Dress: Prizes will also be awarded for best in dress.
Charity Support
All donations, both financial and in-kind will go to the Ainsley’s Angels of Syracuse this year.
Race Information
For more information, visit the race website: Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K.
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