Enjoy Asheville's very own Hot Chocolatey races
now in our 17th year!
This family friendly even is a fundraiser for the
Isaac Dickson Elementary School's Parent Teacher Organization
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Online registration closes Friday 1/24 at 12pm
or when the event sells out.
RACE DAY, ONSITE REGISTRATION ONLY FOR UNTIMED KID EVENTS
Discounts at check out
$5 off for 17 and under
$5 off for 65 and up
15% off for groups of 5 or more.
Please note: Postponement dates are February 1st or February 8. We encourage you to read over our Refund/Postponement/Transfer policies below.
Event schedule
- Fri, January 24, 2025 4:00 PM - Early Packet Pick Up in the school gym begins
- Sat, January 25, 2025 7:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up in the school gym
- Sat, January 25, 2025 8:15 AM - Marshmallow Dash Starts
- Sat, January 25, 2025 8:20 AM - 1K Kids Hill Climb
- Sat, January 25, 2025 8:45 AM - 10k Starts
- Sat, January 25, 2025 9:00 AM - 5k Starts
- Sat, January 25, 2025 10:00 AM - Awards Begin
The funds raised from The Hot Chocolates Races benefits the students, teachers and staff at Isaac Dickson Elementary School, an Asheville City School. The Asheville Hot Chocolate Races, the Isaac Dickson Parent Teacher Organization and Kick It Events have a no refund policy. Please see the guidelines below.
Adding on the Race Roster Enhanced Refund Protection Program is a service provided outside of Kick It Events and the Isaac Dickson PTO. With this purchase are subject to the Protecht Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before purchasing.
No refunds will be given if you signed up for this race by accident. Double check the city, date and time BEFORE registering.
In the event the race is postponed and you would like your race swag mailed to you, you will be required to pay the shipping cost for your race bib and race swag.
In the event of inclement weather, the event will be postponed to February 1 or February 8, at the race directors discretion. There will be NO REFUNDS if the event needs to be postponed to either of those dates. That date will be chosen based on weather considerations.
Inclement weather determination is at the discretion of the race directors. We are looking for dangerous conditions for our runners and volunteers.
The postponement announcement will be made as early as we can. If there is surprise weather we reserve the right to postpone the race up until race morning. A Postponement announcement will be by 5am race morning.
If the event needs to be canceled due to a global pandemic or health emergency, there will be no refund. We will do our best with a virtual event or socially distanced race.
Race postponement will be emailed out to runners using the email used during registration, posted on the race website (www.hochocolateraces.com) as well as posted on our social media platforms.
Race updates will be sent to the email address you registered with. Always make sure that your email is correct. In the event that the postponement date needs to be canceled, there will not be another postponement and there will not be any refunds.
If you wish to move to a virtual runner, you will be required to pay the shipping cost for your race bib and race swag.
You may transfer your registration to another runner or to a different distance up to 5 days before the event using the transfer button on the registration page. After the 5 day cut off please reach out to Info@kickitevents.com for help with transferring.
FAQ
How do I get a refund or cancel my registration?
Please note, all registrations are non-refundable. Your registration price goes towards supporting the students and teachers of Isaac Dickson. Please look at our transfer options below.
Are strollers allowed?
Strollers are allowed for all races. Please start at the BACK of the race pack.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are allowed at the race. Dogs are NOT allowed in the school. We have the post race party and awards in the school.
Can I pick up my friend or family members packet?
Yes, we encourage you to grab your buddies packets. Make sure they know you are doing it.
What's the distance of the Marshmallow Dash?
The dash is approximately 400M. You can run along side your little one at the dash or meet them at the finish line.
Registration fees
Kids Hill Climb or Marshmallow Dash
Wait till race morning and choose the one you're child feels up to at that time. Both races are for kids 12 & under only (parents can run alongside for free). T-shirt and finisher ribbon included in registration.
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Register for Kids Hill Climb or Marshmallow Dash$20.00May 1 - Jan 24
10K
Registration closes in 1 month 12 days-
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$50.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 1 – Jul 31 -
$55.00Aug 1 – Nov 30
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Register for 10K$60.00
Last Call Pricing
Now registering Dec 1 – Jan 24
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5k
Registration closes in 1 month 12 days-
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$40.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 1 – Jul 31 -
$45.00Aug 1 – Nov 30
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Register for 5k$50.00
Last Call Pricing
Now registering Dec 1 – Jan 24
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Virtual Runner
Run in your own space and we'll send the swag to you.
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Register for Virtual Runner$60.00May 1 - Jan 24
Contact information
- Event contact
- Asheville Hot Chocolate Races
- info@kickitevents.com
- Website
- Visit website
Sponsors
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3 Cup Sponsors
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2 Cup Sponsors
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1 Cup Sponsors
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