Jingle Bell Run - Chicago
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Jingle Bell Run Illinois
Jingle Bell Run Illinois is a series of race-day events held across Illinois from November 8 to December 12, 2026. Events are scheduled in Bloomington (November 8), Wheaton (November 14), Kankakee (December 6), and Chicago (December 12). Locations and exact routes vary by site.
Each location offers timed and untimed options. The program at most sites includes a timed 5K run, untimed 5K walk, and an untimed 1 mile event. Kankakee also lists a 5K competitive timed walk as an option.
- 5K run and walk options
- 1 mile untimed
Registration for these race weekend events opens and closes on dates specific to each site. Fees shown for the events are $55 for timed 5K runs and the competitive timed walk, and $50 for untimed 5K walks and the 1 mile events. The registration page referenced is for race weekend registration only; advance registration is noted as available through a separate channel. Event addresses and arrival details vary by city. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
