2026 Jingle Bell Run - Birmingham, AL
Participants dress up in festive holiday gear and jingle bells to run, jog, or walk in support of the Arthritis Foundation. The gathering features a 5K course alongside a 1-mile route, kicking off with an opening ceremony and wrapping up with a closing celebration. Both dogs and strollers are welcome to join the fun on race day.
What to Expect
Festive holiday charity run and walk supporting the Arthritis Foundation.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Arthritis Foundation
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Runners, walkers, and charity supporters
Vibe
Festive and community-minded
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: 5K Timed: $45; 5K Untimed: $40; 1 Mile: $40; Virtual Jingler: $45 (for people who cannot attend; includes a shirt and fundraising for a cure); 5K Timed (Wheelchair): $45; 5K Timed (Frame Runner): $45. – Get tickets
- Hours: 5K Timed, 5K Untimed, 1 Mile, 5K Timed (Wheelchair), and 5K Timed (Frame Runner): 8:00AM CST. No time is stated for Virtual Jingler.
- Accessibility: Offers dedicated timed 5K divisions for wheelchair and frame runner participants.
- Pets: Dogs welcome.
Tips & Advice
- Register well before race day, because entry prices rise in stages through the fall and are highest on the day of the event.
- Pick up your packet at Trak Shak on the Wednesday or Thursday before the race, and get there before it closes promptly with the store.
- Wear your festive gear and jingle bells, since the timed 5K entry comes with a shirt and jingle bells for race day.
- Arrive early if you're registering on site, since registration closes shortly before the wheelchair and Frame Runner start and the main 5K waves.
- Pick your distance carefully before you pay, because registration fees and donations cannot be refunded once you sign up.
Special Events & Promotions
- Virtual Jingler option for people who can't attend, which includes a shirt and fundraising
- Registration prices go up in stages through the season, so signing up early costs less
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog or a stroller?
Yes. Dogs and strollers are both welcome on race day.
Which distances can I choose from?
You can choose a timed 5K, an untimed 5K or a 1-mile route. There are also timed 5K divisions for wheelchair and Frame Runner athletes.
Where do I pick up my race packet?
Packet pickup is at Trak Shak, 2839 18th St S in Birmingham, on Wednesday, December 2 and Thursday, December 3. It closes promptly when the store closes.
Can I take part if I can't make it on race day?
Yes. Sign up as a Virtual Jingler and you'll get a shirt and can still fundraise for a cure.
Are there awards?
Yes. Awards go to the top three overall female, male and wheelchair/Frame Runner finishers. Male and female age groups run from 14 and under up to 60+.
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