Ithaca YMCA Jingle Jog

DEC
5
2026
Celebrate the holidays with a chip timed 5K or a family friendly mile at Stewart Park. Enjoy cookies, cocoa, and a visit from Santa while supporting the YMCA Membership Assistance Program.
Sat 5 Dec 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Ithaca YMCA Jingle Jog and Family Fun Mile is an annual holiday-themed event held at the Stewart Park Pavilion in Ithaca, New York. The event takes place rain or shine and serves as a fundraiser for the YMCA Membership Assistance Program, which supports access to YMCA services for individuals and families in the community.

Participants can choose from the following event distances:

  • 5K Run/Walk (In-person or Virtual)
  • 1 Mile Family Fun Mile (In-person or Virtual)

Race Details

The 5K Run/Walk is the competitive portion of the event and features chip timing for performance tracking. For those who cannot attend in person, virtual options are available for both the 5K and the 1 Mile distances. Registration for the 1 Mile distance is organized so that one registration fee covers an entire family unit.

Festive Activities

The event includes several holiday-themed activities at the pavilion. Attendees can find cookies, cocoa, and holiday characters, including Santa. Participants are encouraged to wear festive attire, as prizes are awarded for costumes. Participants who complete their registration by November 6 are provided with a commemorative race T-shirt. Completion of payment for all distances is handled through a link provided in the registration confirmation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
Family Fun Mile