Hot for Chocolate 5K
When is Hot for Chocolate 5K?
Hot for Chocolate 5K takes place on Saturday, February 13, 2027 in Saint Leonard, MD.
What distances does Hot for Chocolate 5K offer?
Hot for Chocolate 5K offers 4 events: 5K, Virtual 5K, 5K, Virtual 5K.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| 5K | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
How much does Hot for Chocolate 5K cost?
Registration for Hot for Chocolate 5K starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Hot for Chocolate 5K held?
Hot for Chocolate 5K is held in Saint Leonard, MD at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum.
About Hot for Chocolate 5K
Come and warm up with us at the Calvert County Community Partners Hot for Chocolate 5K! This is a family-friendly, fun-filled race through Jefferson Patterson Park followed by a festive finish-line festival that includes music, food, and hot chocolate!
Giving
The Calvert County Community Partners race beneficiaries are Project ECHO and the Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Project ECHO provides hope for the homeless by providing emergency shelter and supportive housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Calvert County. The Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum support educational programming and free events such as Children's Day on the Farm.
Pricing
PRICING IS UNTIL THE RACE IS SOLD OUT! The LAST 100 spots will be on a live countdown on the website until full.
Standard rates are for ages 13 - 99.
August 1 - November 26, 2026: $35
November 27, 2026 - January 31, 2027: $40
February 1, 2027 - February 19, 2027: $45
RACE DAY: February 20, 2027: $50
Kids' rates are not time-sensitive and will not change for the 2027 Race Series.
Ages 4 - 12: $25
Ages 0 - 3: Free
What do you get for your entry?
- 5th Anniversary Custom Finisher Premium
- Race Finisher Medal
- Hot Chocolate at the Finish Line!
Race Premium Preview
Coming Soon!
Packet Pickup / Early Check-in
Coming Soon!
Thank to our 2026 Race Sponsors!
We appreciate the support from our race sponsors! Interested in sponsorship? Contact Bridget Rinker at bridget.rinker@maryland.gov
Race Day Schedule
7:00 a.m. - 7:40 a.m. Participant arrival and parking. Park entrance gates close to all traffic at 7:45 a.m. Don't be late!
7:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Participant check-in at the Pavilion (only necessary for those not taking advantage of early check-in and packet pickup). *Registration will be in the Pavilion ONLY IF the race hasn't reached capacity.
7:50 a.m. Warm-up
8:00 a.m. RACE START
8:20 a.m. Hot Chocolate Bar opens!
9:00 a.m. (approximate): Awards ceremony in the Pavilion
9:30 a.m. RACE COURSE CLOSES (90 minute course limit)
Course Map
The course map will be available the week of the race.
The 5K will start and end at the Pavilion at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum.
Awards
Top Overall Male, Top Overall Female, and the Top 3 Males and Females in the following age groups: 12 & under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.