Ugly Sweater Dash 2026 2026
- Date
- Sunday, December 6, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Bloomingdale, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From Free
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3K walk/ run | – | Dec 6, 20269:00 AM | $40 | – |
| 6K walk/ run | – | Dec 6, 20269:00 AM | $40 | – |
| Kids 10 and younger | Kids | Dec 6, 20269:00 AM | Free | – |
| Spectator | – | Dec 6, 20269:00 AM | $20 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 3K walk/ run and 6K walk/ run: $40 until Dec 2.
- Kids 10 and younger: Free until Dec 2.
- Spectator: $20 until Dec 2.
Online registration closes Dec 2, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:05 AM, and the 3K walk/ run starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 790 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
181N Glen Ellyn Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around December 6 the day usually runs from 26°F at dawn to 38°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 12°F and hot years reach 51°F.
Based on 65 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 181N Glen Ellyn Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 790 feet
- Included with entry
- Tote Bag
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Dec 6, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Ugly Sweater Dash 2026?
- Sunday, December 6, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Dec 2, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 181N Glen Ellyn Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108.
From the organizers
Get ready to lace up your sneakers, don your most outrageous holiday sweater, and spread some festive cheer!
Every December, join us for the Ugly Sweater Dash, a 3K walk/6K run event that’s perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
Whether you're jogging in your jingle bells or strolling in your snowman sweater, this event is all about holiday fun and giving back.
At the finish line, cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate and a plate of delicious cookies to celebrate your efforts and warm your holiday spirit. Best of all, your participation makes a difference!