Cocoa & Cupcakes 5K
Updated
Saturday, January 23, 2027, first start 10:00 AM, in Newark (2275 Pulaski Highway). Distances: 5K. Entry from $25.
Course and race notes
Cocoa Cupcakes.A batch made in heaven.
This iconic duo is love at first bite. Join us on January 23rd for this delicious 5K.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, January 23
2027 · in 77 days
Start time
10:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$25
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Closed online
Online signup closed Dec 14, 2026
Opened Nov 30, 2026
Race day in Newark
Weather
42° / 24°F
Typical high and low for January 23, with a 28% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Newark Ag Farm, DE (4.3 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:18 AM – 5:10 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
26 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- McDonald's quick bite0.6 mi
- Bruster's Ice Cream ice cream0.6 mi
- Arby's quick bite0.6 mi
Nearest public restroom: 0.1 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Jan 22
Where to stay
0 within 3 mi15 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University
About 9 min drive3.1 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area
About 10 min drive3.2 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 3 of 5: Embassy Suites by Hilton Newark Wilmington South
About 11 min drive3.8 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: Homewood Suites by Hilton Newark-Wilmington South Area
About 11 min drive3.8 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Baymont by Wyndham Newark I-95 at University of Delaware
About 12 min drive3.8 mi from the start
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Hotels on the map
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