Ugly Sweater 5K

🎉 Race Overview

It's BACK! We want to see your ugliest, weirdest, or fanciest holiday ensemble on Saturday, December 13th for the Friends of the Met CAC Ugly Sweater 5K in Forest Acres, SC! Proceeds and donations will benefit Friends of the Met CAC, a non-profit organization established to support the mission of the Metropolitan Children’s Advocacy Center (Met CAC). The Met CAC provides essential services to children who are suspected victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and other types of maltreatment. Your support helps the Met CAC in their fight against child abuse.

🏃 Event Details

• Date: December 13, 2025
• Location: Gills Creek Memorial Park, Columbia, SC
• Timing: Officially timed by Charlestowne Road Race Services
• Course: Certified course - check back soon for updates

🏆 Post-Race Celebration

Be sure to hang around after the race and enjoy a holiday themed awards celebration. Runners and walkers are invited to show off your pet's holiday outfit too. An award for ugliest holiday sweater (or ensemble) will be given for furry friends too!

📅 Packet Pick-Up

• Date: December 12, 2025
• Time: 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Fleet Feet Forest Acres, 4525 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29206
• Race Day Pick-Up: 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. near Gills Creek Memorial Park

🔗 Register Here

For more information and to register for the race, visit the official page: Ugly Sweater 5K Registration.