Nia Jingle Bell Run
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Event details
The Nichols Improvement Association presents the 37th NIA Jingle Bell Run on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Trumbull, CT (1773 Huntington Turnpike). The event features a rolling-hill 5K course through the Nichols community. Walkers are welcome. A short kids fun run takes place before the 5K, and the event includes a costume contest and a visit from Santa.
Distances
- 5K - two divisions: 19 years & older, 18 years and younger
- 1.25 mi Health Walk
- 1/3 mi Kids Fun Run
Logistics and awards
Entry fees vary by event and date; examples listed by the organizer include the 5K from $32 up to $38, the 18-and-younger 5K from $23 up to $28, and the health walk from $28 up to $33. Participants registered by 11:59pm on November 22 are guaranteed a commemorative shirt. JBR Jr. participants receive a race bib and a medal.
Bibs and shirts are available for pickup at the NIA Starkweather House (1773 Huntington Turnpike) on the days before and the day of the event. Parking is in the NIA field behind the gazebo, with limited additional parking behind Trinity Episcopal Church at 1734 Huntington Turnpike; volunteers will direct vehicles.
All timed 5K participants are eligible for awards. Top male and female prizes are $100, $75, and $50 for first through third. Age-group awards are offered in standard categories from 9 & under through 80+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.