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Jingle Bell Run - Chicago, IL
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Jingle Bell Run - Chicago, IL

Chicago, Illinois, United States
Dec 12, 2026
Running

About this race

Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a cure!

Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we're spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis.

Don't miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run. Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis!

Join fellow runners on December 12, 2026 for the Jingle Bell Run - Chicago, IL. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K, Kids Run, Virtual Jingler featuring a flat and fast course in Chicago.

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Running

5K Timed

All participants will receive a shirt, jingle bells and a medal.

Dec 12, 2026 5K 7:30 AM
$40.00
Open

5K Untimed

All participants will receive a shirt, jingle bells and a medal. Includes chipped bib.

Dec 12, 2026 5K 7:30 AM
$35.00
Open

1 Mile

All participants will receive a shirt, jingle bells and a medal.

Dec 12, 2026 1.6K 7:30 AM
$35.00
Open

Kids Run

Ages 12 and under. All participants will receive a shirt, jingle bells and a medal.

Dec 12, 2026 Kids Run 7:30 AM
$25.00
Open

Virtual Jingler

Can’t attend the event, but still want to be part of the fun? Choose this option to receive a shirt and fundraise for a cure!

Dec 12, 2026 Virtual Jingler 7:30 AM
$45.00
Open

Weather Overview

These values represent the 4-year monthly averages for December in Chicago.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (monthly average) -5.7° / Maximum temperature (monthly average) 0.9°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) -12.8° / Maximum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) -4.5°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (monthly average)
22.3
Precipitation (mm)
Average precipitation (monthly average)
1.3mm

About Chicago

Jingle Bell Run - Chicago, IL takes place in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.

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