Jingle Bell Run, Walk & Wheel
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2026 Jingle Bell Run, Walk & Wheel
The Jingle Bell Run, Walk & Wheel is a community event at Ken Knapp Ford in downtown Essex that raises funds for Community Living Essex County. The event supports over 700 children, youth, and adults with intellectual disabilities and includes timed and untimed options for runners, walkers, and wheeled participants.
Participants receive a medal; the first 400 registrants receive a long-sleeved event shirt. Jingle bells are provided while supplies last. Chip timing is provided by WRACE. Entry may be paid by fee or by collecting a minimum of CA$60 in pledges per participant.
Event options include:
- 2 km Run
- 5 km Run
- 2 km Walk
- 5 km Walk
- 2 km Wheel
- 5 km Wheel
- Little Elf Run for ages 6 and under (free)
Early bird pricing applies through October 8: CA$45 for adults and CA$30 for youth 13 and under. After that date standard fees apply: CA$50 for adults and CA$35 for youth 13 and under. Online registration closes November 3. In-person registration and race kit pick-up are offered in the days before the event and on race day.
Only working service dogs are permitted. Participants who require assistance may bring one support person at no additional charge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
