AdventHealth Santa's Twilight 5K - Cocoa Village
Participants dash along an out-and-back course along Indian River Drive starting from the waterfront park. The route is lined with twinkling holiday lights, Holiday Cheer Zones, and a sparkling LED light tunnel. At the finish line, runners and walkers celebrate with glowing necklaces, holiday-themed finisher medals, cookies, and hot chocolate.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
5K Run/Walk: $49; $44 for ages 1–17 and ages 70–90. The price increases after November 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.
Hours
6:30PM EST - 9:00PM EST.
Food & Drink
Holiday cookies and hot chocolate are served at the finish line.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Register before the listed price increase after November 30 if you plan to take part in the in-person 5K.
- Wear a holiday outfit such as a Santa hat or reindeer antlers if you want to enter the costume contest.
- Stay through the post-race announcement if you enter the costume contest, since winners must be present to win.
- Allow time for the pre-race costume judging, which takes place before the race starts.
- Choose the remote virtual 5K registration if you want to complete the race remotely.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reduced 5K Run/Walk registration for ages 1–17 and 70–90.
- 5K Run/Walk registration price increases after November 30.
- A virtual 5K is available as a separate registration.
- Costume contest with prizes and giveaways; winners must be present, with awards announced after the race.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run the 5K remotely?
Yes. A separate virtual 5K registration is available for running the race remotely.
What does the in-person participant bundle include?
Participants receive a long-sleeved race shirt, finisher medal, glowing necklace, free race photos, cookies and hot chocolate.
What happens during the costume contest?
Contest categories include Fastest Santa, Crowd Favorite, Most Electrifying, Most Creative and Best Team/Group. Judging is before the race, and winners are announced afterward.
Do costume contest winners need to stay for the announcement?
Yes. Winners must be present to win.
Can children and older adults enter the 5K?
The 5K registration lists age-based pricing categories for ages 1–17 and ages 70–90.
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