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Jingle all the Way 5K & 5 Mile

Participants take to city sidewalks, streets, and municipal parks in a community run and walk supporting Toys for Tots. Event options include a 5-mile run, a 5K run/walk, and a 1-mile kids run. All finishers cross the finish line to receive a custom medal, with top overall male and female runners earning local gift cards.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

5K Run/Walk: $25; 5 Mile: $30.

Hours

5 Mile: 8:20AM EST–10:00AM EST; 5K: 8:30AM EST–10:00AM EST. Race-day check-in: 7:15am–7:55am. Packet pickup: Friday 12/4, 4-6pm.

Ages

All ages

Parking

Street parking and the parking lot behind Max & Emily's are available.

Pets

Dogs are allowed during the race if kept on a 6-foot leash.

Going?

Location

Max & Emily's · 125 E. Broadway St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Local runners and families with children

Vibe

Active and charitable

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Register online ahead of time, because there are no race-day sign-ups and you can't enter at the start line.
  • Sign up for the 5K before November 7, because its entry price goes up after that date.
  • Pick up your packet at Runners Athletic on Friday, December 4 to skip the short check-in window on race morning.
  • Carry your own water bottle, because there are no fluid stations anywhere on the course and water is only handed out at the finish.
  • Pin your bib to the front of your shirt and don't remove the chip, or your run won't be timed or show up in the results.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New this year: a 1-mile kids fun run alongside the 5K run/walk and the 5 mile.
  • Donate-and-save: add a donation on the registration screen and get a discount off your entry fee at checkout.
  • 5K entry price goes up after November 7.

Links & Contact

Run by Mt. Pleasant Road Runners

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sign up on race day?

No. There is no on-site or race-day registration, so everyone has to register online through RunSignup beforehand.

Where do I pick up my packet?

You can pick it up on Friday, December 4 at the Runners Athletic store on E. Blue Grass Rd. in Mt. Pleasant. You can also get it at the check-in area at the start on race morning. Your packet has your bib, safety pins and swag.

Is there water on the course?

No. There are no fluid stations on the course, so bring your own water. Bottled water is handed out at the finish.

What is the course like?

The 5K runs on city sidewalks and streets. The 5 mile follows the same route but turns into the city parks for a couple of miles.

Is there a race for kids?

Yes. A 1-mile kids fun run was added, with its own entry. Kids who finish get the same custom finisher medal as the 5K and 5 mile runners.

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