Sunday, December 6th, 2026
3800 E River Road, Tucson AZ
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
The 9th annual Hanukkah Hot Cocoa Run is a timed 5k and 1 mile race with a free 1k untimed run for all ages and abilities. The run starts and ends at the Tucson JCC in the Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden with an out and back course on the Rillito River Path. There is a 5k run/walk, 1 mile run/walk, and 1k free fun run/walk. Shirts are included in the registration for the 5k and 1 mile. Shirts for 1k participants can be purchased for $15 each. Register before 11/15 to guarantee your shirt size!
Top finishers will receive a race mug or tumbler depending on placement and registration, all participants enjoy hot chocolate & sufganiyot (jelly donuts) at the end of their run!
Random participant raffle prizes will be chosen on race day morning. Prizes include:
Interested in joining in on the fun as a volunteer? Sign up for a volunteer shift here.
Race Results will be provided by Road Runner Race Timing and the run is sponsored by TMC Health.
3800 E River Road, Tucson, AZ
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