Jingle 5k
Jingle 5k is a running race on December 10, 2026 in Johnson City, TN, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
- Date
- December 10, 2026 (60 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🎄 Jingle 5K Presented by Brightspeed🎄
Thursday, December 10, 2026 | Downtown Johnson City, TN
Get ready to jingle all the way! Grab your favorite festive outfit, gather your family and friends, and join The Goose Chase for an evening of Christmas lights, cheerful strides, and holiday fun.
Our timed 5K takes you through King Commons Park and Founder’s Park, with Downtown Johnson City’s beautiful Christmas trees lighting the way. Run for a personal best or walk and soak up the sparkle—we hope Jingle becomes a holiday tradition for you and yours!
🔔 Choose Your Way to Jingle!
Jingle 5K Run/Walk — 7:00 p.m.
Lace up for 3.1 miles of festive fun! Runners and walkers are welcome, with overall and age-group awards available.
Jingle Bell Dash — 6:40 p.m.
A merry little race for our youngest jinglers! Kids can enjoy their own holiday dash, with awards for the top three boys and girls ages 6–9.
Jingle Virtual 5K — Your Place, Your Pace!
Can’t join us downtown? Bring the jingle wherever you are! Complete your 5K on a treadmill, at a park, or around your neighborhood. Email a photo or screenshot of your completed activity to info@thegoosechase.org so we can add you to the results. Pick up your race merchandise locally or arrange shipping for an additional $9.95. Share your celebration by tagging @thegoosechase or #thegoosechase!
🎁 Packet Pickup: 4:30–6:30 p.m. on race day.
Santa hats, Christmas sweaters, and festive outfits are encouraged—bring your holiday spirit and let’s make spirits bright, one stride at a time!
Events
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
51°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elizabethton, 6 mi from the venue.
About Johnson City, TN
City Elevation
1,882 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 93 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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60
Days to train
- Race
- Jingle 5k
- Date
- December 10, 2026
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Jingle 5k
Dec 10, 2026