Jingle Bell Trot
- Date
- December 3, 2026
- Distance
- Fun Run/Walk · Fun Run/Walk Bangert Students/Staff · 5K & more
From the Organizer
✨ Run the Lights of Canterbury ✨
Join us for a magical, family-friendly 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk down the beautifully lit streets of Canterbury Road in Trent Woods.
Event Schedule:
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: 6:00 PM
5K Run: 6:30 PM
Registration Fees:
Now – Nov. 15: $25
Nov. 16 – Nov. 30: $30
Dec. 1 – Dec. 3: $35
Race Day (Dec. 4): $40
Register by Nov. 18 to guarantee your event T-shirt!
Packet Pickup:
Early Pickup: Dec. 3 | 4:00–6:00 PM | Bangert Elementary School
Race Day Pickup: Dec. 4 | 12:00–2:30 PM & 3:30–5:30 PM
Parking:
Please do not park in front of the school. The staff parking lot and the carpool lot will be available for parking. We also suggest parking at Meadows Park and walking to Bangert.
Additional Details:
Strollers are welcome!
For safety, no pets, bikes, or scooters please.
Food trucks will be on site for pre and post-race treats and fun.
Questions?
Contact Race Coordinators:
Lauren Simmons, Mark Seymour and Michelle Shaffer @ laurenlsimmons04@gmail.com
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- What is the Jingle Bell Trot?
- Jingle Bell Trot is a running race held in Trent Woods, North Carolina on December 3, 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?
- Thursday, December 3, 2026 in Trent Woods, North Carolina at 3712 Canterbury Road, Trent Woods, NC. 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 3, 2026