Hot Chocolate 15K/5K - Tampa

Hot Chocolate 15K/5K - Tampa takes place in Tampa, Florida, on December 13, 2026. Three road distances are on the program: a 15K (9.3 miles), a 10K and a 5K, so you can pick the effort that matches where you are in your training year.

The 15K is the standout choice for a runner with a base already built. It sits between a 10K and a half marathon, demanding sustained aerobic work without the long buildup a half requires, and it is a reliable predictor of half marathon fitness. Six to eight weeks with a weekly long run around eight miles plus one tempo session covers it. The 10K suits a solid year-end benchmark, and the 5K stays the friendliest entry point for anyone racing for the first time.