# CHRISTmas Ugly Sweater 5K - **When:** Fri, Dec 11, 2026 · 6:00 PM CST - **Where:** Trinity Lutheran Ministries, Edwardsville, IL, 62025 - **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-38720-christmas-ugly-sweater-5k ## Registration Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Edwardsville/CHRISTmasUglySweaterDash5K?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq ## Description It's the most wonderful time of the year! Time to put on your ugliest sweater and join us on Saturday, December 12th, 2026 as Trinity Lutheran Ministries presents the 10th annual CHRISTmas Ugly Sweater 5K! This year we have a lot to celebrate. Our race is celebrating 10 years and Trinity is celebrating 125 years! Once again you have the option to run in person or virtually.  The in person race will be held on Saturday, Dec. 12th at 9:00am. The virtual race will be open to run from Dec. 12th - Dec. 20th.  Why YOU should join us: You will be filled with Christmas cheer as you enjoy a wonderland of music, photo booth and hot chocolate and cookies at the finish line! Proceeds benefit individuals in the community through Glen-Ed Food Pantry & Neighbors in Need This year we are offering t-shirts, long sleeve t-shirts, crew neck sweatshirts and hoodies! A fun finisher medal and shirt are guaranteed to those who register by December 2nd.  Chip-timed and RaceJoy tracking available Post-Race sweater contests! (see entry rules below) Special group/family pricing to groups of 4 or more! An option to run in person on race day or virtually from anywhere you would like! 2026 Pricing     Early Registration Prices $30 for t-shirt $35 for long sleeved t-shirt $40 for crew neck sweatshirt $45 for hoodie *Early Registration ends Nov. 29th.  Prices will increase $5 for each option* Awards Plaques for Overall Male/Female Medals are awarded to Top 3 in the following age categories: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-74, 75+ Virtual 5k Awards - Medals will be awarded to the top finisher in each age category. Packet Pickup 12/11/26 4:00pm - 6:00pm, Trinity Lutheran School (Please use the school entrance to the left of the church doors.) Race Day Packet Pickup - 12/12/26, 8:00am-9:00am, Trinity Lutheran Church Post-Race Sweater Contest Gift card prizes awarded to those who enter our sweater contest! Awards for: Ugliest Sweater, Most Christmas Spirit, & Best Group Sweater Theme (group of 4 or more).  Race will be held rain, snow, or shine! - There are no refunds on registration - --- Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-38720-christmas-ugly-sweater-5k](https://runthis.run/event/rs-38720-christmas-ugly-sweater-5k) — data from Run This (runthis.run).