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Jingle Jog 5K

Date
December 12, 2026
Distance
5K · Lil' Jingo Joggers 1K Fun Run (5-12)

From the Organizer

🎄 Jingle Jog 5K Christmas Run/Walk 
Get ready to lace up, light up, and jingle all the way at The Inaugural Jingle Jog 5K Christmas Run/Walk! This merry event is perfect for the whole family—whether you’re running, walking, or just showing off your favorite ugly sweater.

Join us for a festive morning filled with holiday cheer, Christmas music, and plenty of jingle bells as we dash through a cheerful course designed for all fitness levels. Participants will receive a custom finisher medal, race shirt, and holiday goodies that’ll make your season bright!

Lil' Jingo Joggers 1K Fun Run/Walk (Ages 5–12) The Youth 1K is the perfect way for kids to join the Thanksgiving fun! Designed for young runners and walkers ages 5–12, this course is safe, easy to follow, and full of encouragement along the way.

Whether your child is racing for a personal best, jogging with a friend, or enjoying their first official race—this 1-mile event is all about movement, confidence, and fun.

Parents are welcome to run or walk alongside their child.

What Youth Participants Receive:
Race bib (untimed)
Finisher award (not a medal)
Snacks at the finish line
Access to the post-race festivities
Give your kids a healthy, active start to Thanksgiving morning!

🎁 Highlights:
✨ Christmas-themed course and music
🎅 Costume contest – prizes for the most festive outfits
📸 Free photos with Santa and holiday backdrops
🍪 Hot cocoa and treats waiting at the finish line
🏅 Finisher medal & shirt for all participants

Whether you’re running for fun, fitness, or festive spirit—come celebrate the holidays with a healthy twist at the Jingle Jog 5K!

 

VOLUNTEER WITH US
-Packet pickup: Arrive at race location no later than 6:15 am to help give out race packets and shirts.

-Aid station (Super High Priority): Provide water to participants as they pass by. Keep course clean for runners by picking up discarded cups, bottles and trash and placing it in the provided trash cans.

-Course Monitor ( Super High Priority): Help maintain a safe course by redirecting traffic away from participants and guiding participants in the right direction.

Feel free to bring pom pom, horns, music, instruments, signs etc. to encourage and cheer on runners. Bonus for creative costumes!

PACKET PICKUP:

Pre-Packet Pickup: TBD
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You can pick up packets for up to 5 participants at a time!

AWARDS
Male and Female Overall

Age Group:

13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79

 

REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancelation Policy All Lace Up Running events proceed rain or shine or snow or cold.  For that reason, we have a strict no refund policy.

In the event of extreme weather, the start time of this event may be delayed by up to an half hour. Past this time, the even course may be shortened or altered to protect the participants.

If conditions turns into lightening, ice or become unsafe, the event may be cancelled. Event changes and cancellations are at the discretion of the Race Director. 

We always strive to produce a full and safe sporting event, but sometimes the weather conditions can affect those plans. 

A lot of hours, days and even months goes into planning a sporting event and we do so with the best intentions. Unfortunately, no one can control the weather and race directors are not the exceptions.

Our goal is to always produce a full event as scheduled and only modify these plans due to safety concerns some of which can be caused by weather conditions. 

Thank you for your understanding of these policies and we appreciate your participation.

If you are unable to participate in the event, or the event is canceled, you can still receive your packet, shirt, and medal and you simply run the race on your own time on your own course. See our virtual race information for complete details

Who's you're favorite charity? We would love to consider your charity in the our future events.

Distances & Pricing

Lil' Jingo Joggers 1K Fun Run (5-12)7:45 AMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Jingle Jog 5K?
Jingle Jog 5K is a running event held in Grand Prairie, TX. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Jingle Jog 5K?
Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Grand Prairie, TX at 2961 S State Hwy 161, Grand Prairie, TX. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Jingle Jog 5K?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Jingle Jog 5K

Dec 12, 2026

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