2026 Jingle Bell Run - New Jersey
Participants can run, jog, or walk through a timed or untimed course decked out in holiday gear and jingle bells. The event brings together community members to celebrate the season and support the Arthritis Foundation. Children twelve and under can also join the excitement in their own dedicated dash.
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 5K Timed: $45; 5K Untimed: $40.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
5K Timed and 5K Untimed: 9:00AM EST.
Ages
All ages (Kids Run for 12 and under)
Pets
Dogs are welcome.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Register early because 5K fees rise as the event approaches, with the highest rate listed for event day.
- Bring your dog or stroller if useful; both are welcome at the event, so you can include them in your race-day plans.
- Choose the timed 5K if you want official results; an untimed option is also available for participants who prefer not to be timed.
- Choose the virtual Jingler if you cannot attend in person; registration includes a shirt and lets you fundraise for a cure.
- Treat registration fees and donations as final, since the event states they cannot be refunded after payment.
Special Events & Promotions
- Kids' Reindeer 1-Mile Dash for children 12 and under, with separate registration and its own start after the 5K.
- Virtual Jingler option for people who can't attend, which includes a shirt and fundraising for the Arthritis Foundation.
Links & Contact
Run by Arthritis Foundation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to run?
No. You can race, jog or walk the 5K.
What's the difference between the timed and untimed 5K?
Both give you the full race-day experience. The timed 5K also gives you official results.
Can I bring my dog or a stroller?
Yes, both dogs and strollers are welcome.
Is there a race for kids?
Yes. The Kids' Reindeer 1-Mile Dash is for children 12 and under. It needs its own registration and starts after the 5K. Kids get a shirt and jingle bells.
What if I can't make it on race day?
Sign up as a Virtual Jingler. You get a shirt and can fundraise for the Arthritis Foundation.
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