Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots
Participants can run a timed 5K or complete a two-mile walk along a festive route featuring holiday decorations, Christmas music, and a special stretch through Christmas Tree Lane. Entrants wear jingle bells to create holiday sounds along the course and encounter falling snowflakes at the finish line. Each participant receives holiday goodies along with a Christmas-themed sweatshirt or long-sleeve tech shirt.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026 All ages
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Tickets
5K Run: $46.52, including a $4.52 fee; price increases after November 30, 2026 at 11:59pm PST. 2 Mile Walk: $46.52, including a $4.52 fee; price increases after November 29, 2026 at 11:59pm PST. Virtual Run: $65.60, including a $5.60 fee; registration ends December 12, 2026 at 11:59pm PST. Special pricing for kids 9 and under is automatically applied. The page also advertises a 5% bundle saving when registering for all three events in the Classic Holiday Run Series; all three registrations are required for the series medal.
Hours
Friday, December 11: 2:00 PM–6:00 PM packet pickup and toy drop-off. Saturday, December 12: 7:30–8:30 AM late packet pickup and toy drop-off; 5K starts at 9:00 AM; 2 Mile starts at 9:05 AM.
Neighborhood
Christmas Tree Lane
Location
Tips & Advice
- Register for the 5K, two-mile walk, or virtual run, and use the automatically applied special pricing if registering a child nine or younger.
- Pick up your packet and drop off a toy at Fleet Feet Fresno the day before, or use the race-morning option.
- Bring a new, unwrapped toy or donate to Toys for Tots to receive a Santa hat for race day.
- Wear the jingle bells provided and choose comfortable clothing for running or walking the festive course.
- Register for all three Classic Holiday Run Series events if you want to qualify for the series medal.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children nine and under receive special registration pricing.
- Virtual Run is available as a separate registration option.
- Register for all three Classic Holiday Run Series events to qualify for the series medal.
- Participants who bring a new, unwrapped toy or donate funds to Toys for Tots receive a Santa hat.
Links & Contact
Run by California Classic Events
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which race options can participants choose?
Choose the timed 5K, the two-mile walk, or a virtual run.
Is this event suitable for children?
The race is described as being for everyone, and special pricing is automatically applied for children nine and under.
What does a participant receive?
Participants receive jingle bells, a Christmas-themed sweatshirt or long-sleeve tech shirt, Christmas goodies, and the holiday course experience.
Can I collect my race packet on race day?
Yes. Late packet pickup and toy drop-off are available on race morning; an earlier pickup and drop-off option is offered at Fleet Feet Fresno the day before.
How can participants support Toys for Tots?
Bring a new, unwrapped toy or donate funds; participants who do either receive a Santa hat for race day.
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