13th Annual Cocoa Cup 5K

Registration Opens 9/15/26

Join us in welcoming

Hoover Automotive Group of Summerville

as our new presenting sponsor!

Run. Celebrate. Sip.

Join us for the Cocoa Cup 5K in beautiful Summerville, SC—a festive race where the miles are fun and the finish line is extra sweet!

Whether you’re chasing a new PR, running with friends and family, or simply here for the hot cocoa, the Cocoa Cup 5K is the perfect way to kick off the season. Enjoy a fun, festive course through Summerville, then celebrate your finish with a warm cup of cocoa and plenty of post-race cheer.

5K Swag Every registered 5K participant will receive a cozy Cocoa Cup hoodie—yes, a warm, fluffy hoodie!—commemorating this year’s event. Finishers can also look forward to a free cup of hot cocoa and other race-day goodies.

Kids Run Little runners can join the fun, too! Registration is required for all Kids Run participants.

A Few Race-Day Details:

The Cocoa Cup 5K will be held rain or shine.

No refunds will be issued

Strollers are welcome!

For the safety and comfort of all participants, please leave your furry friends at home.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come ready to run, laugh, and celebrate.

We’ll see you at the sweetest finish line in Summerville!

Race Day Activities:

Holiday Costume Contest- Dress in your most festive holiday attire to have a chance to win some great prizes

Pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus- Come to the photo booth and pose with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves for some great holiday photos!

Race Day Schedule

7:30am— Packet pickup

9:00am— One-mile Kid's fun run – Ages 12 and under, registration is mandatory

9:30am— 5K Start, followed by holiday festivities, hot cocoa, and the awards ceremony

Interested in sponsorship? Contact Danielle at [email protected]

Packet Pick-Up:

Thursday 12/17 10a-6pm Fleet Feet Mt Pleasant (881 Houston Northcutt Blvd)

Friday 12/18 10a-6pm at Fleet Feet Summerville (117 E Richardson Ave)

Saturday 12/19 7:30a-9:00a at the race site under the Fleet Feet tents (Brown Family Park Nexton)

WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!! Please contact Jennifer Roberts at [email protected] for more information.

Proceeds from this race will benefit East Cooper Community Outreach, The Lowcountry Food Bank and The Navigation Center.