# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ugly Sweater 5K
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 am
- **Event Description**: It's BACK! We want to see your ugliest, weirdest, or fanciest holiday ensemble on Saturday, December 13th for the Friends of the Met CAC Ugly Sweater 5K in Forest Acres, SC!  Proceeds and donations will benefit Friends of the Met CAC, a non-profit organization established to support the mission of the Metropolitan Children’s Advocacy Center (Met CAC). The Met CAC provides essential services to children who are suspected victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and other types of maltreatment. Your support helps the Met CAC in their fight against child abuse.
The race will be officially timed by Charlestowne Road Race Services. This course will be certified - check back soon for a new and improved race course. Be sure to hang around after the race and enjoy a holiday themed awards celebration. Runners and walkers are invited to show off your pet's holiday outfit too. An award for ugliest holiday sweater (or ensemble) will be given for furry friends too!
Packet Pick-up will be on Friday, December 12, 2025 between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Fleet Feet Forest Acres, 4525 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29206 or on race day between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. near Gills Creek Memorial Park.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/ugly-sweater-5k/200028379818303
- **Event Categories**: ugly-christmas-sweater-day, sports, holiday, workshops, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 99

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Columbia
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Gills Creek Memorial Park Forest Acres
- **lat**: 34.03476
- **long**: -80.94434
- **full address**: Gills Creek Memorial Park Forest Acres, 6204 Gillcreek Rd, Columbia, SC 29206-4318, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Ugly Sweater 5K being held?
  - **A:** Ugly Sweater 5K takes place on Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 am to Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 am at Gills Creek Memorial Park Forest Acres, 6204 Gillcreek Rd, Columbia, SC 29206-4318, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Ugly Sweater 5K?
  - **A:** Ugly Sweater 5K is organized by Friends of the Metropolitan Children's Advocacy Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Ugly Sweater 5K is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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