Louisville's Annual Ugly Sweater Fun Run/Walk is a running event featuring a 5 mile distance, taking place on December 20, 2026, at Hogan's Fountain in Louisville, Kentucky. The race starts at 9:00 AM and has no entry fee.
From the Race Organizer
Mark those busy calendars and rally your crew — the Ugly Sweater Walk/Run is back! Lace up, layer up, and get ready for another year of festive, fast-moving, and completely free fun. Let’s hit the streets in style! Event Details 📅 Sunday, December 21st ⏰ 9:00 AM Start 📍 Hogan’s Fountain, Cherokee Park Choose your challenge with 2.5, 5, or 7.5-mile road routes. As always, this event is untimed and non-competitive — walk or run, all paces welcome! Ugly sweaters aren’t required, but festive gear is absolutely encouraged. Jogging strollers and friendly, leashed dogs are welcome; please start toward the back for safety and courtesy. Presented by Fleet Feet & Brooks Brooks will be on-site with their latest shoe lineup so you can demo the newest tech on your run. After you cross the finish, fuel up with festive donuts and cookies, Berserker Brew coffee and tea, a hot chocolate bar, and more. Stay hydrated with support from KoftEdge, providing Gatorade and water to keep you feeling strong. And don’t forget — free professional photos will be posted after the event thanks to pic.run and Run Louisville KY (join their Facebook group to grab your pics!). Group Photo A group photo will be taken at the start next to Hogan’s Fountain — don’t be late! Raffles Post-run raffles kick off at 10:30 AM in the pavilion across from Hogan’s Fountain. To be entered, you must register and must be present to win. Supporting Dream Factory This event is FREE, but we’ve partnered with Dream Factory to help support their mission. We encourage donating what you’d typically pay for a race to this local nonprofit. Dream Factory is a national children’s wish-granting organization serving kids ages 3–18 with critical or chronic medical conditions. Their national office is right here in Louisville, with 32 chapters nationwide — and more than 95% of donations go directly toward granting dreams. They’ve been changing lives since 1980. Learn more at: dreamfactoryinc.org
Course & Travel Notes
Sunrise on race day is at 7:55 AM, with the Louisville's Annual Ugly Sweater Fun Run/Walk starting at 9:00 AM. The venue sits at 522 feet elevation in Louisville, Kentucky. December typically brings average highs of 46°F and lows of 31°F, with measurable precipitation on 37% of days. Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is 5.2 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 522 ft elevation☀️ Typically 46°F / 31°F · 37% chance of rain✈️ Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) — 5.2 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Louisville, KY.
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Louisville’s Annual Ugly Sweater Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Louisville, KY?
Louisville’s Annual Ugly Sweater Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Louisville, KY takes place on December 20, 2026. The race is held in Louisville, Kentucky.
Where is Louisville’s Annual Ugly Sweater Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Louisville, KY held?
Louisville’s Annual Ugly Sweater Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Louisville, KY is held at Hogan's Fountain in Louisville, Kentucky.
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