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Hot Cocoa Crush 5K Long Island & FREE Kids Dash to the Finish 30 Minutes before!
February 21, 2026
10AM Start Rain or Shine
Eisenhower Park FIELD 2
Parking Lot 2, East Meadow, NY 11554
☕ Crush your 5K — then crush some cocoa! ❄️
Warm up your winter with a fun, festive run through the scenic paths of Eisenhower Park! Whether you’re chasing a PR or just looking for some cozy vibes, this race is the perfect way to kick off the season. Cross the finish line and treat yourself to a steaming cup of hot cocoa and delicious treats from All Round Foods & Waterloo Sparkling Water!
GET A COCOA CRUSH TEE!
AMENITIES
'Informal' bag check as elitefeats cannot take responsibility for any personal belongings. There will be an informal area to leave race belongings in the staging area.
Bathrooms are located within a few minutes walk from start & finish.
Hydration will be provided at finish line.
High Quality Refreshments provided by All Round Foods & Waterloo Sparkling Water!
Virtual Option: Compete virtually. You have from the first day of the event and a full week to log your time and up to 5 photos! Your items will begin shipping the first day of the event. More info at the bottom of the page.
AGE GROUP ONLINE RECOGNITION
Top 1 F/M/X: Overall
Top 1 F/M/X: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
BENEFICIARY
Proceeds benefit the Never Stop Running Foundation; a 501(c)(3) non-profit that supports athletic and charitable events as they raise awareness and foster community involvement. Never Stop Running Foundation also supports and develops elite athletes at the local, national and international level.
