The HUB Jingle Bell Jog 2026 is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Marion, IL, with entry fees from $25 to $60.
The HUB Recreation Center is excited to welcome the community to the 2026 Jingle Bell Jog! Grab your ugly Christmas sweater, Santa hat, Elf suit, festive pajamas, or whatever brings out your best holiday spirit, and get ready to jingle your way through this fun-filled community event!
Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to join us for this 1.5-mile holiday fun run / walk, perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to kick off the holiday season with a little movement and a lot of cheer!
The HUB Recreation Center (917 W. Main St, Marion, IL 62959)
Doors Open: 8:00 am
Jog Kicks Off: 9:00 am
Along the way, participants can enjoy games, holiday fun, and festive surprises, with hot chocolate waiting for you at the finish line!
🏆 MOST SPIRITED WINNER: Show us your holiday best! The participant with the most festive and spirited outfit will win FREE Ice Skating!
$25 Individual Runner
Includes a long-sleeved event t-shirt
$60 Family of Runners
Up to 4 runners + event t-shirts included
📅 Same-Day registration available (t-shirts while supplies last!)
Hot Chocolate Provided by: Ziggi’s Coffee
Water Provided by: Southern Illinois Rejuvenation Center
Come dressed to impress, bring your holiday spirit, and help us make the 2026 Jingle Bell Jog the merriest one yet!
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
48°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carbondale Sewage Plt, 13 mi from the venue.
Population
16,796
as of 2023
City Elevation
421 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 5 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 105 mi
Time Zone
Central 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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The HUB Jingle Bell Jog 2026
Dec 5, 2026