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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
8801 S Highway 27, Burnside KY
5K
34–49°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
30–46°F
dry
2024
27–41°F
dry
2023
31–52°F
dry
2022
38–49°F
dry
2021
30–46°F
dry
2020
51–56°F
rain
2019
27–51°F
dry
2018
33–51°F
dry
2017
25–48°F
dry
2016
37–47°F
rain
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Race-day forecast says layers
34°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Welcome to the annual Jingle Bell Run! A 5K race through the beautiful Christmas Island light display on General Burnside Island State Park. The race will be at 9:30 pm on December 14th. We will host a costume contest for individuals and teams. Bring us your best Santa’s Sleigh or Reindeer Team and join the fun! We look forward to seeing you there!
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