Jingle Bell 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk Ronnie's Run is Back!
Jingle Bell 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk Ronnie's Run is Back! is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Ruskin, FL, with an entry fee of $28.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (142 days to go)
- Location
- 2401 19th Ave NW Ruskin, FL
- Price
- $28
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
* Ronnie's Run is Back!
Ronnie's Run is in memory of my son Ronnie Scrimo who passed away because an unknown person who unknowingly gave him fentanyl on December 10th 2014. Ronnie did struggled with alcohol abuse. He was enrolled at Saint Petersburg College; he earned his A.A. and was one semester away from graduating with his Bachelors of Arts degree. He was a member of Phi Thete Kappa. Ronnie was an AMAZING athlete and runner. He was involved in Tri-Fitness, Orangetheory Fitness and a member at CrossFit Apogee in Apollo Beach, FL.
On March 22nd, 2026, our sweet daughter Sharon passed away from liver failure. Ultimately, it was from alcohol as well. Sharon was a Registered Nurse and had 2 beautiful daughters & a grandbaby that she left behind.
Our hearts are broken from the loss and I decided that it would only be appropriate to reignite the run in their memory.
Ronnie and Sharon are missed dearly by so many. In their memory, we dedicate this race to Ronnie & Sharon, and to ALL the others we have lost along the way to drugs and alcohol. A parent should never have to feel the pain of losing their child.
Our mission is to bring awareness and resources to all that struggle with alcohol and drug addiction, to provide resources for addicts and their families.
We believe that Christ is the all time healer and can help those in need. God has given us peace and comfort and I feel has directled me to observe the need to help others.
Come and run with us and help those that struggle with drug and alcohol addiction. #run4ronnie.
Packet Pickup Dates and Times: On Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 @ St. Pete Running Company 6986 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710 From 4 until 7pm On Thursday August 24th, 2023 at Dicks Sporting Goods Store in Tampa, Westshore Mall From 4 until 7pm
No race day registration!! Registration open until the day before the event.
"About race day. race courses & starting times" Live, in Person Race
Charlie Chase Dj entertainment. Dave Ragsdale, emcee.
We will have race day packet pick up, but if you are local, please try and pick up your packet at one of the dates and times to avoid lines on race day.
Enjoy a great warm up of Zumba prior to the race starting.
Prayer and National Anthem
Strollers and walkers, please line up in the back.
**Overall awards only (Top 3 Male and Female in 5K & 1 Mile)
Race Details
DATE: 08/26/2023
START TIME: "
PARTICIPANT LIMIT: 1500
HYDRATION ON COURSE:
Sorry we can only accommodate virtual registrations within the USA due to higher postage.
PETS & STROLLERS: We love dogs, and they make great training partners, but for their safety and yours, please leave your pet at home on race day. STROLLERS are allowed, but please start at the back of starting line, PLEASE for everyone's safety no scooters, ebikes skates etc.
**If you are interested in being a sponsor, please contact Jeanne Keeney at jeannekeeney@gmail.com or (813) 267-2998. Vendor opportunities available too.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jeanne Keeney at jeannekeeney@gmail.com or (813) 267-2998
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
76°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tampa Bay Area Wfo, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ruskin, FL
Nearest Airport
TPA
Tampa International Airport · 17 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Jingle Bell 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk Ronnie's Run is Back!
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- 2401 19th Ave NW Ruskin, FL
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Jingle Bell 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk Ronnie's Run is Back!
Dec 5, 2026