The 2027 Hot Cocoa Races in Sylvania, Ohio offers running events in 1-mile and 6.2-mile distances, held February 27 at Olander Park with a 9:00 AM start. Entry fees range from $30 to $60. This race provides options for runners of varying abilities, from those targeting a short 1-mile effort to those training for longer distances. The early morning start gives you the day ahead after finishing. Sylvania's location in northwest Ohio makes it accessible for regional athletes planning their winter race calendar.
From the Race Organizer
12th Annual Hot Cocoa Races sponsored by Sylvania Prevention Alliance A great family event that will help chase away the winter blues! Our Hot Cocoa Races are held in partnership with Olander Park. Racing begins at 9am with staggered starts to ensure a safe start. There are multiple distances to chose from including 5K, 10K, and 1 mile. The 1 mile race will include the 1 mile loop around Olander Lake. This is a timed 1 mile run or walk open to ages 8+. The 5K race will start at the Nederhouser Building inside of Olander Park. From there participants will cross Sylvania Avenue into the Farmbrook neighborhood, run onto the University Parks Trail to McCord Road, and heading north on McCord Road and making your way through the Monarch Meadows neighborhood. Finally, particpants will cross Sylvania Avenue back into Olander Park to circle the lake and finish inside Olander Park where you started. This race is open to ages 12+ The 10K will follow the same course, but continue onto the University Parks trail to the Holland Sylvania intersection, before coming back to the 5K course to finish. This race is open to ages 16+ Proceeds will go towards supporting Sylvania Prevention Alliance. Sylvania Prevention Alliance's mission is to empower youth, families, and the community to make safe and healthy choices. For more information, please visit our website. https://sylvaniaprevention.org/ Sign up today! Early bird pricing ends and shirt order deadline is on Monday February 8th. Race Times 10K- Starts at 9:00am 5k- Starts at 9:05am 1 Mile- Starts at 9:10am Age Group Awards 5K/10K (Top 3 in each group, male and female) 19 and under 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+ 1 Mile (TBD) Packet Pick Up Wednesday February 24th from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at Dave's Running Shop in Sylvania, 5700 Monroe St., Sylvania, OH Friday February 26th from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at the Nederhouser located in Olander Park. There will be limited RACE DAY Packet Pick-up at the race site for those who live more than 30 minutes away.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for February 27.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Sylvania, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
2027 Hot Cocoa Races 2027 — Sylvania, OH takes place on February 27, 2027. The race is held in Sylvania, Ohio.
Where is 2027 Hot Cocoa Races 2027 — Sylvania, OH held?
2027 Hot Cocoa Races 2027 — Sylvania, OH is held at Olander Park in Sylvania, Ohio.
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