location & time
5k start time: 7:30 am
15k start time: 8:15 am
Gear check opens 90 mins before start time
post-run party
A chocolate lover's oasis awaits at the post-run party! Celebrate your accomplishment with a finisher mug that includes fondue, dippables, and our very own hot chocolate, while checking out our exciting vendors and listening to great tunes!
expo
Location coming soon
Thursday, February 9, 2023
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday, February 10, 2023
11:00am - 6:00pm
If you do not choose to have your packet mailed, you must attend expo to pick up your packet.
Our Hot Chocolate Expo is free and open to the public. Pick up your goodie bag, experience the CHOCOLATE, check out our merchandise, and visit our exciting vendors!
More info coming soon!
parking
We highly encourage using public transportation for both expo and run day.
If driving, please note that parking within Fair park on Thursday 2/9 and Friday 2/10 for Expo at the Automobile Building is $10 upon entry. Run day parking is available for FREE until 8:00AM through Gates 10 & 11 ONLY off of S. Fitzhugh Ave. Please be advised that parking lots are on the opposite side of Fair Park, and participants should adhere to the recommend arrival time of one hour prior to race start.
hotel
Pick a Hotel Planner location in close proximity to the start line. Book your stay using the link below to take advantage of our exclusive discounted rates!
photos & timing
Free high-res photos and your race time will be emailed to all participants as soon as they cross the finish line. The link below will also be updated on race day, so be sure to check back then!
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