Celebrate a sweet Asheville tradition at the 18th Annual Hot Chocolatey 5K & Fun Run on January 24, 2026, a family-friendly fundraiser supporting Isaac Dickson Elementary School's PTO. This beloved winter event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages to enjoy a deliciously themed race with a warm, community-focused atmosphere that has been a local favorite for nearly two decades. Online registration is open until midnight on January 23rd, or until the event sells out, with special discounts available for youth, seniors, and groups of five or more to make the day even more accessible.
Please note that race day registration is available only for untimed kids' events, and all participants should review the event's postponement and transfer policies—with potential backup dates of January 31st or February 7th. Whether you're chasing a personal best or strolling with family, your participation directly enriches local education while savoring Asheville’s coziest and most delicious racing tradition.
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
07:30
$54.50
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
07:30
$43.85
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — 21.1K
Type — Running
07:30
$75.80
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — 1K
Type — Running
07:30
$22.55
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — Virtual Runner
Type — Running
07:30
$65.15
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Asheville.
The city of Asheville is a liberal, artsy community nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smoky Mountains in Western North Carolina. A popular tourist destination, this "Paris of the South," has one of the most impressive, comprehensive collections of Art Deco architecture in the United States. In 2011 Asheville was picked as one of the “10 Most Beautiful Places in America” by Good Morning America.
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