Jingle Bell Run
Participants take part in an active three-mile holiday run or walk completing three loops through the park. Finishers receive a medal, sticker, commemorative race bib, and beanie, with complimentary hot chocolate available to warm up. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome to join along the route.
What to Expect
A holiday three-mile run or walk through Wright Park.
Event Details
Ages
6-99
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Races
Food & Drink
Complimentary hot chocolate is available before or after the race.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and active holiday-season visitors
Vibe
Festive and active
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: September 25–October 9: $30, or $15 without a hat; October 10–December 4: $35, or $20 without a hat; December 5–December 22: $40, or $25 without a hat; December 23–December 24: $45, or $30 without a hat. Each participant receives a beanie, sticker, medal, and commemorative race bib with race entry; complimentary hot chocolate is also offered. Opting out of the hat saves $15. – Get tickets
- Hours: 9 AM and 11 AM start times.
- Parking: There is no designated parking on race day; find appropriate street parking. The page also recommends not leaving valuables in vehicles.
- Accessibility: The race route is stroller friendly and runs entirely along gravel paths.
- Pets: Dogs may run with participants. Dogs must be accompanied by their human, stay on leash throughout the event, and behave appropriately; participants may be asked to leave if a dog is aggressive or overly disruptive.
Tips & Advice
- Register early, because the price goes up in stages, and race-day registration only happens if the event hasn't reached maximum capacity.
- Leave bags and valuables at home, because there's no bag check this year and you're advised not to leave valuables in your vehicle.
- Bring warm donations like coats, blankets, gloves, socks or hand warmers for the Tacoma Rescue Mission drive running alongside the race.
- Keep to the right on the gravel path unless you're passing, since runners, walkers, strollers and dogs all share the course.
- If you're aiming to place, plan to stick around after you finish, because the top male, female and non-binary finishers need to be there for recognition and a photo.
Special Events & Promotions
- A newly designed commemorative race bib is included with every entry.
- A donation drive with Tacoma Rescue Mission collects blankets, coats, sleeping bags, gloves, warm hats, socks, hand warmers and travel toiletries.
- Registration costs less the earlier you sign up, with prices rising in stages up to race day.
- Skip the beanie for a cheaper registration.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes with my registration?
Each participant gets a beanie, a sticker, a medal and a newly designed commemorative race bib. There's also free hot chocolate before or after the race. You can opt out of the hat for a cheaper registration.
Where are the start and finish line?
Near the basketball courts at the corner of South I St and South 6th Ave. The course is three loops around Wright Park.
Where do I pick up my race packet?
At People's Community Center on December 23. On race day, you can also pick it up at the Parks Tacoma branded tent, starting an hour before your start time.
Is there a bag check?
No, there's no bag check this year. Don't leave valuables in your vehicle.
How can I volunteer or be a vendor?
Volunteers can fill out the volunteer interest form to help with setup, registration or a water station. Vendors fill out the Vendor Event Application and email it to runs@parkstacoma.gov.
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