2026 Jingle Bell Run - Charlotte, NC
2026 Jingle Bell Run - Charlotte, NC is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Charlotte, NC, with entry fees from $30 to $50.
- Date
- December 12, 2026 (106 days to go)
- Price
- $30–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a cure!
Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we're spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis.
Don't miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run. Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis!
Event Schedule
Saturday, November 22, 2025
9:00 a.m. – Registration Opens
9:30 a.m. – Opening Ceremonies Begins
10:00 a.m. – 5K Run/Walk Begins (Runners will line up first, participants wanting to walk will line up behind the runners)
10:30 a.m. – Reindeer Dash
11:00 a.m. – Awards Ceremony
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
56°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Monroe Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Charlotte, NC
Population
886,283
as of 2023
City Elevation
651 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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106
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Jingle Bell Run - Charlotte, NC
- Date
- December 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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2026 Jingle Bell Run - Charlotte, NC
Dec 12, 2026