2026 Jingle Bell Run - Raleigh, NC

✦ EVENT DETAILS ✦

The Arthritis Foundation’s original Jingle Bell Run is a fun way to get decked out and be festive, while racing to raise funds and awareness to cure America’s #1 cause of disability.

✦ EVENT LOCATION ✦

Fenton in Cary, NC
850 Lower Garden Lane
Cary, NC 27511 US View Location on Map

✦ EVENT SCHEDULE ✦

Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026

9:00 a.m. - Registration Opens
9:30 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies Begins
10:00 a.m. - 5K Run/Walk
10:30 a.m. - Reindeer 1-Mile Dash
11:15 a.m. - Awards Ceremony

JINGLE BELL RUN PRICING

5K Timed

For runners who want the full race-day experience and official results. Includes shirt and jingle bells.

$40 - Until Aug. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$45 - Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$50 - Nov. 1 to Dec. 4 at 11:59 p.m.
$55 - Dec. 5 (day of event)

Kids' Reindeer 1-Mile Dash

A fun option for children 12 and under who want to be part of the action. Includes shirt and jingle bells.

$25 - Until Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$30 - Nov. 1 to Dec. 4 at 11:59 p.m.
$35 - Dec. 5 (day of event)

Virtual Jingler

Can’t attend the event, but still want to be part of the fun? Choose this option to receive a shirt and fundraise for a cure!

$45 - Until Dec. 5.

Registration fees and donations cannot be refunded. Your fundraising dollars are put to work immediately and enable the Arthritis Foundation to continue critical programs and services in our community.

✦ PACKET PICKUP ✦

Thursday, December 3 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Fortnight Brewing at 1006 SW Maynard Road, Ste A, Cary, NC 27511

Friday, December 4 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fenton - right next to Brewery Bhavana at 850 Lower Garden Lane, Cary, NC 27511

Day of event packet pick-up will be open at 9:00 a.m. at Registration.

✦ EVENT DAY DETAILS ✦

Parking Information: The closest parking area is the FREE orange Deck. There are several other free parking areas at Fenton as well - see more details.
Refreshments: Fuel up before and after the run with complimentary light snacks and water. Plus, Buoy Bowls food truck, Stuf’d Donuts and Jeff’s Bagel Run will be on-site with additional food, coffee and hot beverage options to keep you going all morning!
Dogs Welcome: Don't miss our Santa Paws area - perfect for your leashed pups to enjoy water and treats.
Strollers Welcome
Course Information: 5K Route Map and 1 Mile Route Map
Costume Contest: Come dressed to impress! Show off your most fun, festive, and creative costumes for a chance to win a prize (dogs included!)
Family Fun: Winter Wonderland Kids Zone featuring Letters to Santa, face-painting, holiday crafts, and more!
Award Categories & Top Finisher Information:
- Top Overall - Timed 5k Run
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd place (age and gender) - Timed 5k Run
- Top Team & Top Individual Fundraisers

✦ OFFLINE DONATIONS ✦

Checks or Money Orders can be mailed to:

Arthritis Foundation, Inc.
Attn: 2026 Jingle Bell Run - Raleigh, NC
C/o: {Participant Name or Team Name}
1355 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 600
Atlanta, GA 30309

Please include the Fundraising Donation Submission Form with all mailed in donations.

For more help or information about this year's Jingle Bell Run Raleigh, NC,
contact Krista Barezinsky at kbarezinsky@arthritis.org or call 984-308-0452.