The Mankato Family YMCA invites runners, walkers and families to lace up, bundle up and celebrate the season at the 2nd Annual Holiday Hustle: A 5K with the Y on Saturday, November 21st at Sibley Park.
Participants can run, walk or stroll through the Kiwanis Holiday Lights display while enjoying a festive evening of movement, laughter and holiday spirit. Pre-race activities begin at 3:30pm and the 5K starts at 4:45pm.
This year, participants are encouraged to bring their holiday fashion A-game. The event will feature a contest for the best ugly or festive holiday sweater; so whether your style is over-the-top, delightfully tacky or full of holiday sparkle, wear it proudly and join the fun!
Registration is $40 for adults and $25 for youth. Participants can register online at mankatoymca.org.
“The Holiday Hustle is a fun way to bring people together and kick off the holiday season,” said Sophie Tonander, Director of Sports & Recreation. “We loved seeing the community come out for the inaugural event, and we’re excited to make year two even more festive. We’re especially looking forward to seeing everyone’s creative holiday sweaters!”
The Holiday Hustle also serves as the culmination of the STRIDE for ALL season, a YMCA youth program that helps kids in grades 3-6 build confidence, character and fitness through running. The program emphasizes leadership, goal-setting, healthy choices, cooperation and character development while preparing participants to complete the 5K as a season-ending achievement.
Bundle up, gather your friends and family, pull on your most memorial holiday sweater and get ready to glow and go through the Kiwanis Holiday Lights at Sibley Park! Registration includes a Holiday Hustle shirt and medal.
Event Details:
What: Holiday Hustle: A 5K with the Y
When: Saturday, November 21 | Pre-race fun at 3:30pm | Race starts at 4:45pm
Where: Sibley Park, 900 Mound Ave, Mankato
Cost: $40 for adults | $25 for youth
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/YHolidayHustle2026
