Morris Hot Cocoa 10k
Morris Plains, United States • 13 Dec 2025
Event overview
The Morris Hot Cocoa 5K + 10K takes place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Morris Plains, NJ (1 Governor Chris Christie Drive). The event offers the following distances:
- 5K (3.1 miles) : price listed as $35
- 10K (6.2 miles) : price listed as $40
Registration notes in the source show a price increase after November 13, 2025. The entry package includes a medal, a long-sleeved shirt (shirt guaranteed for the first 200 participants), and complimentary hot cocoa with a mug. Bundt cakes are provided at the finish. All proceeds support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Course and logistics
The course is described as an all-grassy, multi-loop trail with no road crossings and a few hills. Terrain includes dirt, grass, gravel, and hills; trail shoes are encouraged. There is no time limit on the course. Entrance is via the North Cottage Road entrance of the park (GPS: 40.834866, -74.503507). Parking is available on the grass, in large lots next to the soccer fields, and along the park road. Runner check-in is located near the top of the park. Real bathrooms and portable toilets will be on site. Day-of packet pickup is from 8:30 to 9:45 am; pre-race bib and shirt pickup is available Friday, December 12, 2:00–7:00 pm at Fleet Feet, Morristown. Age group medals are awarded to the top three in each 10-year interval. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.