Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 at 8:00am
We are excited to mark the return of Santa's Hot Chocolate Run to our favorite route beginning at the Central School Arts & Humanities Center. The race route starts at the corner of Pujo St. and Kirkman St. and takes runners on a 3.1 mile route via Lakeshore Drive, Watkins St., 7th St. (past St. Louis High School), and Bank St. - ending at Pujo St. and Reid St.
The route is great for new and experienced runners. It is a semi-closed course that has been professionally measured to ensure accuracy. An added perk, SHCR takes participants on a morning run / walk through some of the prettiest spaces in the downtown Lake Charles area.
This year's race will include water and photo stations at four points along the route. It will also include a scavenger hunt around the four corners of the Central School. Take a leisurely walk around this great oak tree lined space - four times around equals one mile. One of the most popular elements of the event is our Kids Zone. It includes a variety of fun activities for kids of all ages. All race participants and onlookers can enjoy our Hot Chocolate Station. Both the Kids Zone and Hot Chocolate Station open at 8:00am - once the race begins.
This year's race will be professionally timed by Race Pace Multisport. Runners will be able to review the race board for times and rankings. At the conclusion of the race, awards will be provided in the following categories:
Top Runner
Age 65 +
Age 55 - 64
Age 45 - 54
Age 35 - 44
Age 25 - 34
Age 18 - 24
Age 13 - 17
Age 11 & 12
Age 8 - 10
Age 5 - 7
