Jingle Bell Trot
- Date
- December 4–5, 2026
- Distance
- Jingle Bell Trot
- Price
- $40
From the Organizer
Get ready to jingle all the way through Christmas in the Park at the "Jingle Bell Trot" on Friday, December 4th, starting at 11:59 pm! Grab your running shoes, don your jingle bells, and join us at Christmas in the Park at Freeman Lake Park for a festive, fun-filled evening of walking, running, or trotting through the lights of Christmas in the Park.
Race Details:
Date: Friday, December 4th
Time: Race begins at 11:59 pm
Packet Pickup: Opens at 11:00 pm
Location: Christmas in the Park, Freeman Lake Park
Race Course: The Jingle Bell Trot will take you through the enchanting Christmas in the Park at Freeman Lake Park. Enjoy the twinkling lights, holiday decorations, and the joyful spirit of the season as you run.
Fundraising: All proceeds from the Jingle Bell Trot benefit the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program and support the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's local educational initiatives, including scholarships, literacy programs, and efforts to place a book vending machine in every local elementary and middle school.
Registration:
Registration: $40
Family of Four: $100
Kids 5 and under can participate for FREE per Santa's request.
All registered runners will receive a special finishers' medal, making this event even more memorable.
Santa's Special Appearance: Guess who's making a special trip to join us at the finish line? Santa Claus himself! After crossing the finish line, gather around for a Hot Cocoa and Cookies party to celebrate your achievement and enjoy the holiday spirit.
Under 18 years of age
18 and over
Join us for a festive evening of running, walking, trotting, and spreading holiday cheer at the Jingle Bell Trot. See you at Freeman Lake Park on December 4th.
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
49°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elizabethtown Wp Cs.
Host City
About Elizabethtown, KY
Population
31,870
as of 2023
City Elevation
691 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Jingle Bell Trot
- Date
- December 4–5, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Jingle Bell Trot?
- Jingle Bell Trot is a running race held in Elizabethtown, Kentucky on December 4, 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 Jingle Bell Trot?
- Friday, December 4, 2026 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky at Freeman Lake Park Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Jingle Bell Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Jingle Bell Trot
Dec 4, 2026