Asheville Hot Chocolate Races Half Marathon is the premier race of the winter running season in Western North Carolina. The race has a downhill start and an uphill finish. The run benefits a non-profit organization of elementary school parents and teachers.
To find more races, check out our complete USA Running Calendar.
Contents
Race Info
There will be 6 aid stations with water, isotonics and fruit on the half marathon course, two aid stations on the 10K course and one on the 5K course. Aid stations will close at 11:00 AM. There is no time limit for the children’s 1K distance.
The top 3 men and women overall and the winners among the Masters and Grand Masters will receive commemorative handmade mugs. Overall runners-up are not eligible for age group awards. Children will receive a commemorative BIB and a children’s mug with hot chocolate. The fastest among boys and girls will receive a special award.
Children 8 years old and younger are allowed to participate in the children’s race.
Race Date
January 25, 2025.
Location
125 Hill St, Asheville, NC US 28801
Directions
Distances
- Half marathon (13.1 miles)
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids Hill Climb
Starting Time
- 8:00 AM – half marathon
- 8:20 AM – 1K
- 8:45 AM – 10K
- 9:00 AM – 5K
Entry Fees
- $65 and up – half marathon
- $50 and up – 10K
- $40 and up – 5K
- $20 and up – Kids Hill Climb
Course Map
You can find the course map and description here: hotchocolateraces.com. The courses are open to traffic. Participants should be sure to stay out of the middle of the road and run in the direction of traffic.
Registration
Sign up for the Asheville Hot Chocolate Races Half Marathon at raceroster.com.
Official Race Website
Additional race information can be found at hotchocolateraces.com.
Social Media
If you would like to keep up on the latest news, connect with the race on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
Related Events
If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Half Marathons Calendar. You may also like to participate in other races in January.
More races in North Carolina: 5K, 10K, Half Marathons, Marathons, Ultra Marathons, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M
