Jingle Bell Run - Birmingham
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Jingle Bell Run - Birmingham, AL (December 5, 2026)
Jingle Bell Run in Homewood, Alabama is organized by the Arthritis Foundation and takes place at Patriot Park, 710 Oak Grove Rd. The event offers on-course and virtual options and includes divisions for wheelchair and frame runner athletes affiliated with the Lakeshore Foundation.
All on-site participants receive a shirt, jingle bells, and a medal. Timed 5K entries include a chipped bib. The virtual option provides a shirt and fundraising opportunities for arthritis research.
Distances available:
- 3.1 Miles
- 1 Mile
- Virtual participation option
Registration opens June 19, 2026. Most in-person race registrations close September 1, 2026, while virtual registration remains open through December 5, 2026. Published registration fees vary by event: typical fees listed are $40 for timed 5K entries, $35 for untimed 5K and 1 Mile entries, and $45 for the virtual option. Wheelchair and frame runner timed 5K entries are listed at $40 and note the Lakeshore Foundation divisions.
The event is presented as a charity run with fundraising elements connected to arthritis support and awareness. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
