Jingle Bell Run Birmingham

🔔 Join the Jingle Bell Run!

Be There with Bells On!

Help keep the tradition Foing strong by jingling with your family and friends at the Arthritis Foundation's Jingle Bell Run. Wear your favorite holiday costume and spread good cheer for a great cause. We’re raising awareness and funds to support arthritis research for better treatments and a cure. We’re also helping the Arthritis Foundation develop tools, resources, and opportunities to connect with each other. Together, we’re committed to conquering arthritis for good. Please join us!

For help or more information about Jingle Bell Run Birmingham, contact Mary Melton at mmelton@arthritis.org or 205-859-1305. Your registration fee and fundraising go to help fight and conquer arthritis!

📍 Event Details

• Race: Jingle Bell 5K Run / Walk for Arthritis
• Date: December 7, 2024
• Time: 9:00 AM
• Location: Patriot Park, Homewood, AL

📦 Packet Pickup

Pre-Race Packet Pickup (Individual & Team)

• Location: Trak Shak – Homewood
• Address: 2839 18th Street South, Homewood, AL 35209
• Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
• Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

NOTE: Onsite registration will be Cashless (Credit Card Only). Please plan to register before arriving onsite to speed up your packet pickup experience.

🗓️ Race Day Agenda

• 7:30 AM: Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
• 8:00 AM: Opening Ceremony
• 8:45 AM: 5K Registration and Packet Pickup Closes
• 9:00 AM: 5K Starts

📍 Race Day Location

• Location: Patriot Park
• Address: 710 Oak Grove Rd., Homewood, AL 35209
• Directions: Directions | Map

🏃‍♀️ Race Details

• 5K Course: PDF Click Here
• 1 Mile Course: PDF Click Here
• Chip Timed: My finish time will be recorded and posted online.
• Registration Fees: $35 – Until Aug. 31

🎟️ Registration Pricing

• 5K Chip Timed:
  • $40 – Sept. 1 to Oct. 31
  • $45 – Nov. 1 to Dec. 6
  • $50 – Dec. 7 (day of the event)
• 1 Mile Fun Run:
  • $30 – Until Aug. 31
  • $35 – Sept. 1 to Oct. 31
  • $40 – Nov. 1 to Dec. 6
  • $45 – Dec. 7 (day of the event)
• Virtual Jingler:
  • $25 – Until Aug. 31
  • $30 – Sept. 1 - Dec. 9

🏆 Awards

Top 3 Overall Male/Female and Top 3 in Age Groups (0 - 14, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60+).

📋 Important Policies

• Bandit Policy: Running without registration is not permitted.
• Pets: Must be leashed and cleaned up after.
• Strollers: Please keep children close and start at the back of the line.
• No Refunds: No transfers or refunds for registration fees.

🌧️ Weather Policy

This event will occur rain or shine, and refunds will not be issued in extreme circumstances. Entry fees will be donated to the Arthritis Foundation.

📅 Get Involved!

Visit the Jingle Bell Run Birmingham page for more information and to register!