12ks for the Holidays
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12Ks for the Holidays 2026
12Ks for the Holidays 2026 is a charity running event at The Cedars on Old Canton Road in Jackson, Mississippi, held on November 21, 2026. The event raises funds for the Good Samaritan Center and its Christmas Assistance program. Funds support toys and holiday food baskets for children and families and Christmas presents for seniors.
The event offers multiple participation options, including a road 12K, a 5K run, a 5K walk, a virtual run or walk option, an entry category called Imaginary ELF that includes a shirt and door prize eligibility, and a free 1 Mile Fun Run. A separate children s "I Ran With Santa" fun run is offered with a shirt guarantee for the first fifty children who register.
T shirts are guaranteed for the first 400 runners. Day of registration is available at a higher fee with a shirt or at a lower fee without a shirt. Registration is open through November 20, 2026, with tiered pricing during the registration period.
The event takes place in the Fondren neighborhood area of Jackson and includes in person and virtual participation choices. Specific start and finish procedures, course details, and packet pickup information are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
