Jingle Trails presented by Merrell
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Distance
- Jingle Trails 20K · Jingle Trails 10k · Jingle Trails 5k
From the Organizer
🔔 Jingle Trails Trail Run
Trail running with a holiday twist
Step off the pavement and into the holiday spirit! Jingle Trails takes you through the winding dirt trails of McAllister Park in central San Antonio. Expect dirt, roots, rocks, and gravel — this is not a road race. It’s a true trail run, sprinkled with holiday cheer and a cozy finish waiting for you at the end.
🏃 Choose Your Adventure
20k - Double up on your trail fun with 2 laps on the Blue Loop! Perfect for those training for a longer winter trail race!
10K – Blue Loop Challenge
Test your trail legs on the Blue Loop! Due to current construction, expect a slightly longer course with a short detour.
5K – Red Trail Dash
A festive (and rugged) journey through McAllister’s Red Trail.
✨ All distances overlap on the way back, making the finish line a high-energy holiday reunion!
**Please note: distances are estimates and trails courses tend to run long. Think of it as more mileage for your money!
Complementary Shiner beer at the finish!
🎄Swag
Finisher's Medal, Jingle Trails mugs (first 200 to pick up at packet pick up), & Jingle Trails Beanie! We have several different styles and colors of beanies that will be given out at packet pickup on a first-come-first-serve basis. Get to packet pickup early for the best selection of swag!
📅 Race Week Schedule
Packet Pickup
If you are running the 20k, please plan to pick your packet up prior to race day as you will have an earlier start than the 5k/10k and race day lines can be long!
**Location TBD -- Wednesday, Dec 9 | 4pm-7pm
** iRun Bitters – 2602 NW Loop 1604 Thursday, Dec. 10 | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
** Race Day – Saturday, Dec. 12
Optimist Pavilion, McAllister Park 7:00 – 8:15 AM | Packet Pickup
8:30 AM | 5K & 10K Start area.
20k runners will start at 7:30am
10k runners will start at 8:30am
5k runners will start at 8:40am
🏅 Awards & Recognition
Overall Awards: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd (Male & Female) in each distance.
Masters Awards: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd (Male & Female) in each distance
1st place pie and $50 gift certificate to iRun. 2nd place $35 gift certificate to iRun. 3rd place $25 gift certificate to iRun
All Finishers: Finisher's medal
(Note: No age group awards)
🎄 Dress Festive
Ugly sweater? Reindeer antlers? Santa hat? Bring it on. The more jingles, the better. This is where holiday cheer meets trail grit.
📍 Location
Optimist Pavilion – McAllister Park
13102 Jones Maltsberger Rd
San Antonio, TX 78247
Please note that the majority of the course is technical terrain and is not stroller or dog friendly.
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
65°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Antonio Incarnate Word, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About San Antonio, TX
Population
1,458,954
as of 2023
Elevation
781 ft
Nearest Airport
SAT
San Antonio International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Jingle Trails presented by Merrell, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Jingle Trails presented by Merrell
- Date
- December 12, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Jingle Trails presented by Merrell?
- Jingle Trails presented by Merrell is a running race held in San Antonio, Texas on December 12, 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 Trails presented by Merrell?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas at 13102 Jones Maltsberger Road, San Antonio, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Jingle Trails presented by Merrell?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Jingle Trails presented by Merrell
Dec 12, 2026