30th Annual Jingle Bell Run
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Distance
- Jingle Bell Run 5K
From the Organizer
Packet Pickup: December 4th
Location: 1808 South St. Nacogdoches, Texas 75964 (Whole Again Counseling)
Time: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
and on
12/5 6:30 AM - 7:55 AM (Race start: Aperitivo Cafe & Gelato 122 N. Church Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75961)
Race Start 8:00 AM at Aperitivo Cafe & Gelato
no refunds are allowed for this race
It's the most wonderful time of year and we are ready to run home for the holidays! Come join us for the 30th Annual Jingle Bell run in historic Downtown Nacogdoches, Texas. Now hosted by PTW running co. Taking place at the Aperitivo Cafe and Gelato, this race is a chip timed 5K and featuring a route through our beautiful downtown. Registration options include commemorative event shirt. What a better way to start off your holiday season than running through the Oldest Town in Texas.
BIKES AWARDED TO THE FIRST MALE AND FEMALE 12 YEARS OLD OR YOUNGER.
****PLEASE NOTE**** ONLY THE FIRST 150 REGISTRANTS WILL BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT!!!!
OVERALL AWARDS FOR THE 1st, 2nd and 3rd female and male.
Medals will be awarded to the Overall Best Time, Top Female, Top Male, and 1st, 2nd and 3rd each age bracket. The age brackets are as follows:
5-8
9-12
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80 and older
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
62°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Nacogdoches, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Nacogdoches, TX
Population
32,104
as of 2023
Elevation
473 ft
Nearest Airport
GGG
East Texas Regional Airport · 51 mi
Major Hub
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental Airport · 123 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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180
Days to train
- Race
- 30th Annual Jingle Bell Run
- Date
- December 5, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 30th Annual Jingle Bell Run?
- 30th Annual Jingle Bell Run is a running race held in Nacogdoches, Texas on December 5, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 30th Annual Jingle Bell Run?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Nacogdoches, Texas at 122 N Church Street, Nacogdoches, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 30th Annual Jingle Bell Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
30th Annual Jingle Bell Run
Dec 5, 2026