Jingle Bear Trot

DEC
6
2025
Celebrate the season at the Jingle Bear Trot in McCleary on December 6 with a family friendly 1 mile or about 5K run. Dress in holiday gear, then stay for a train lighting, Santa photos and cocoa and cookies.
Sat 6 Dec 2025
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Jingle Bear Trot is organized by the McCleary Civic Renewal Council as part of the town's Christmas in McCleary activities. The event takes place on December 6, 2025, at Beerbower Park, 100 S 3rd Street, McCleary, WA 98557. The trot accompanies the city’s annual train lighting celebration that marks the start of the holiday season.

Distances

  • 1 mile
  • 5K (ish)

Entry and prizes

The entry fee is $5 per person; children under 5 are free. Registration includes a collectible souvenir. Cash and category prizes include a $25 cash prize for first place in each distance, plus awards for Best Kid (13 and younger) and Best Big Kid (14 and older). Prizes are also awarded for best costumes.

Additional event details

Participants are invited to dress in holiday costumes or bring jingle bells. After the trot there will be a train lighting ceremony, Santa sightings and photos, free cocoa and cookies, performances, and a Christmas convoy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.