18TH Annual
18th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run/Walk
18th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run/Walk is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Williamsburg, VA, with entry fees from $20 to $35.
- Date
- December 12, 2026 (136 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
18th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run Saturday, December 12th 2026 At: Jamestown High School 3751 John Tyler Highway Williamsburg, VA 23188. The course utilizes the Virginia Capital Trail, Powhatan Creek Trail and the Greensprings Trail. This is a 5K Run and a Competitive 5K Walk. The course is not currently USATF Certified. This race is a 2026 Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix race.
A virtual Sleighbell 5K is available for those who cannot make it on race day. Virtual participants receive a race T and finisher medal. Packets can be picked up on Dec. 13th at Colonial Sports or mailed for a $9.00 fee.
A portion of proceeds from the Sleighbell 5K Will benefit area Youth in after school activities provided by the WJCC School Health Initiative Program (S.H.I.P.). This event raises funds to get students out and moving. Donations will go to From His Hands! A consortium of 13 local churches whose mission is to feed the homeless.
Race T and size guaranteed to those registered by 12/1/265! All others are first come first served.
Two Special Events this year:
1. Ugly sweater. Bring your ugliest sweater to the race and compete for a special prize. Ugly Sweater contest at 11:15 AM
2. Non perishable food donation. Bring canned goods, pasta etc. Food will go to From His Hands
Fees
Race Registration fees start at $35.00 on 9/1/26 and go up each month.
NO Race Day Registration
$20.00 1 Mile Fun Run
$10.00 T-Shirts Only.
Early Packet Pickup Friday December 11th at Colonial Sports, 1303 Jamestown Road
Time: 12:00 PM (noon) thru 6:00 PM
Note: Last opportunity to register for this race
Schedule:
8:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up
9:00 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run
9:30 AM - 5K Run/Walk10:30 Ugly Sweater Contest10:30 am - Awards Ceremony
10:35 AM Ugly Sweater Contest
10:40 AM Award Ceremony
Awards:
Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Run
Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Competitive Walk
Top 3 Men and Women Masters (40 years and over) 5K Run
Top 3 Men and Women in 5K Run for the following age groups: 8 and under; 9-10, 11-13; 14-15; 16-19
five year increments 20-24 to 80 and Over.
Special Prize - "Middle of the Pack" Male and Female
Finishing Medals for all Finishers while they last.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
53°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Williamsburg 2 N, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Williamsburg, VA
City Elevation
70 ft
Nearest Airport
PHF
Newport News Williamsburg International Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- 18th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- December 12, 2026
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18th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run/Walk
Dec 12, 2026