
Jingle Bell 5K & Kids Fun Run is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Hartfield, VA, with entry fees from $30 to $100.
We have a limit of 200 participants - sign up early.
All participants are welcome… fast, slow, old, and young. Walk, run, skip, or hop your way at this festive event! Beautiful 5K through the scenic, mixed surface back nine cart paths of the Piankatank River Golf Club—this race is fast and flat with a kick of Grinch’s Hill at the end! Child Watch is provided during the 5K. Registration includes a long-sleeve race shirt and post-race festivities.
Register for the 5k before November 21st to guarantee your desired shirt size.
We love animals, but no pets are allowed at this event. Jogging strollers are permitted.
This event is free for children of all ages. Children can run with Santa for a Fun Run through a short section of the course! Age group medals are not awarded for this event, but all participants receive a finisher's Jingle Bell and a goodie bag.
Hot chocolate and popcorn will keep our Fun Run participants warm and energized while they visit with Santa! Holiday crafts, Christmas music, and more for the whole family!
After running the 5k along scenic golf course paths, head down to the clubhouse for Frosty’s 5K Post-Race Celebration, sponsored by Dano’s Pizza. 5K Race participants will enjoy Dano’s pizza, and participants (ages 21+ with valid identification) will enjoy 2 complimentary beer tickets.
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
54°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from N, 9 mi from the venue.
Nearest Airport
PHF
Newport News Williamsburg International Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Jingle Bell 5K & Kids Fun Run
Dec 5, 2026