Jingle Bear Trot

DEC
6
2025
Join the Jingle Bear Trot, a festive 1 mile or 5k fun run around Beerbower Park during McCleary's train lighting celebration. Dress in holiday costumes or jingle bells for prizes, then enjoy Santa visits, cookies and cocoa and sparkling lights.
Sat 6 Dec 2025
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Jingle Bear Trot is organized by the McCleary Civic Renewal Council and is held on the first Saturday in December as part of the city’s annual train lighting celebration. The course loops around Beerbower Park, where holiday lights and displays are placed. The event offers a casual run, trot, or walk and is described as a fun run rather than a competitive road race. Prizes are awarded for best costumes.

Details

Distances:

  • 1 mile (ish)
  • 5k

Registration has a fee of $5 per person and is free for children under 5 years old. Pre-registration and online payment are available via RunSignUp. Participants are encouraged to wear holiday costumes or bring jingle bells. Post-event activities include a train lighting ceremony, Santa sightings and photos, a cookies and cocoa reception, a performance by Elma Little Cheer, and the SpodyFest Christmas Convoy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
1.7 Miles
1 Mile

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