Wacky Runs

Santa suits, pizza stops, doughnuts, midnight fireworks — the themed fun runs of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania & Florida, in one place. Every listing links out to the official race site to register.

Ugly Sweater Runs

Ugly Sweater Runs has 5 upcoming themed fun runs. Next up: Brigantine Ugly Sweater Run & Family Frolic on Sat, Nov 28, 2026, NYCRUNS Ugly Sweater 5K on Sat, Dec 5, 2026, Utica Ugly Sweater 5K on Sun, Dec 6, 2026. The sweater is the whole point: the gaudier, the better, with contests for the worst-dressed at the finish. These ugly sweater runs span December, from Brooklyn to Sarasota. The calendar runs from Nov 28, 2026 to Dec 13, 2026. Across Florida, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Themes on this page: Costumes, Food, Santa & Christmas. Venues: Brigantine Ugly Sweater Run & Family Frolic at Brigantine Community Center, 265 42nd Street; NYCRUNS Ugly Sweater 5K at Prospect Park. Every listing links out to the official race site to register.

Sat, Nov 28, 2026 · 9:30 AM (10K), 9:55 AM (5K), 10:00 AM (1 Mile Walk & Kids Run)
Brigantine (Brigantine Community Center, 265 42nd Street), NJ
10K / 5K / 1 Mile
The wacky bitBreak out the gaudiest sweater you own - there is a contest for it - then refuel on cocoa, coffee and desserts at The Cove.
Price
10K $35.00 + $3.10 SignUp fee · 5K $30.00 + $2.80 SignUp fee · Kids 1 Mile $20.00 + $2.20 SignUp fee (all prices increase after Oct 29, 2026)
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Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Brooklyn (Prospect Park), NY
Price rises Nov 10
5K
The wacky bitBrooklyn's ugliest sweaters take over Prospect Park — a festive 5K where the sweater is the whole point.
Price
$60 non-member / $54 NYCRUNS member through Nov 9; $65 / $58.50 through Nov 30; $75 / $67.50 until registration ends
Medal
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Shirt / swag
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Frequently asked questions

How many ugly sweater runs are listed?

5 upcoming ugly sweater runs are listed on this page.

What is the next one?

Brigantine Ugly Sweater Run & Family Frolic on Sat, Nov 28, 2026 in Brigantine, NJ.

Where are they?

Florida, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania — in Brigantine, Brooklyn, New York Mills, Pittsburgh, Sarasota.