Christmas Island Jingle Bell Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- 8801 S Highway 27, Burnside, KY
- Distance
- 5K Run · 5K Competitive Walker
From the Organizer
Welcome to the annual Jingle Bell Run! A 5K race through the beautiful Christmas Island light display on General Burnside Island State Park. The race will be at 9:30 pm on December 14th. We will host a costume contest for individuals and teams. Bring us your best Santa’s Sleigh or Reindeer Team and join the fun! We look forward to seeing you there!
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
50°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Somerset 2 N, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Burnside, KY
Elevation
892 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 76 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 84 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Christmas Island Jingle Bell Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- 8801 S Highway 27, Burnside, KY
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Christmas Island Jingle Bell Run?
- Christmas Island Jingle Bell Run is a running race held in Burnside, Kentucky on December 12, 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 Christmas Island Jingle Bell Run?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Burnside, Kentucky at 8801 S Highway 27, Burnside, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Christmas Island Jingle Bell Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Christmas Island Jingle Bell Run
Dec 12, 2026