30th Annual Jingle Bell Run 2026

The race.

The 30th Annual Jingle Bell Run takes place December 5, 2026, in downtown Nacogdoches, Texas. This 3.1-mile chip-timed race starts at 8:00 AM at Aperitivo Cafe & Gelato (122 N. Church Street). Packet pickup is available December 4th from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Whole Again Counseling (1808 South St.) and on race morning from 6:30 AM to 7:55 AM. The first 150 registrants receive a commemorative event shirt. Medals are awarded for overall winners (1st–3rd male and female), age-group winners across ten brackets (ages 5–80+), and bikes go to the fastest male and female runners age 12 and under. No refunds are permitted.