
Jingle Bell 5.3 Miler is a running race on December 20, 2026 in Newtown, PA, with an entry fee of $25.
The second race of the series, the Jingle Bell 5.3 Miler runs on the backside of Tyler State Park in a counterclockwise direction.
Show your holiday spirit with festive hats, jingle bells, ugly sweaters, and crazy tights!
This is for a single race sign up. To sign up for the series, please go to the Winter Series Sign Up page.
About the Winter Series:
An event which began back in 1978, the BCRR Winter Series includes 11 weekly races from December through February (weather permitting). You must register for an annual BCRR membership prior to registering for the entire series. Registration for membership and the Winter Series begins in the fall of each year.
You do not need to be a member to participate in single races during the series. Single event registration for non-members is available onsite on race day only.
For those who wish to compete for awards: You must also fulfill the series requirement of at least one race and one volunteer assignment. Please read the Winter Series Rules for more information.
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
43°
Typical Low
25°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Trenton State College, 6 mi from the venue.
City Elevation
311 ft
Nearest Airport
TTN
Trenton Mercer Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Jingle Bell 5.3 Miler
Dec 20, 2026