☕ 11th Annual Hot Cocoa Race sponsored by Sylvania Prevention Alliance
🌟 Event Overview
Date: February 21, 2026
Location: Olander Park, Sylvania, OH
Event Types: Hot Cocoa 10K, 5K, Kids' 1 Mile Run, and Adult Walk
Start Time: 9 AM with multiple corrals for a safe start
🏃♂️ Race Details
1 Mile Race: Loop around Olander Lake for kids and adults
5K Race: Starts at Nederhouser Community Building and follows a scenic route
10K Race: Same as the 5K but continues onto the University Parks trail
Course Information: Open to traffic: maps will be available online and at packet pick-up
💖 Community Impact
Proceeds: Support youth programs promoting healthy lifestyle choices
Prevention Focus: Combats drug and alcohol use, and other at-risk behaviors
Organization: Sylvania Prevention Alliance offers guidance and education
Event Goals: Develop leadership and team-building skills
🍫 Post-Race Festivities
Refreshments: Hot cocoa and grab-and-go snacks available after the race
Awards: Age group awards will be presented post-race
Shirt Guarantee: No guarantee after February 4th: early bird pricing ends!
Packet Pick Up: February 19th and 20th at designated locations
📅 Important Dates
Packet Pick Up:
Thursday, February 19th from 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM at Dave's Running Shop,
5700 Monroe St., Sylvania, OH
Friday, February 20th from 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM at the Nederhouser in Olander Park.
Limited race day packet pick-up will be available for those living more than 30 minutes away.