Santa put on his sweater and he asked with a smile, "How long is a 5K – is it more than a mile?”
One reindeer spoke up and shouted with glee, “to our calculations, it’s a little more than 3!”
Santa laced his red sneakers and turned to the deer, let’s register online and hit the pavement this year!
We’re thrilled to bring back the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce Ugly Sweater 5K Fun Run for the fifth year – and Santa’s got an extra surprise! This year, we’re bringing back the 1 Mile Fun Run for even more festive fun.
Our Ugly Sweater 5K Fun Run is perfect for the entire Family. Runners will ‘take their mark’ at 4:30 PM on Saturday, January 3rd 2026 — near Helling Stadium [Joffre Street starting point – Ewing Park – Ellwood City, PA]. The Ugly Sweater 1 Mile Fun Run will also start at 4:30 PM but will be untimed.
All participants will receive a long-sleeve tech shirt and finisher medal!
Look forward to seeing you January 3rd!
This race is chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management