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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
850 Lower Garden Lane, Cary NC
5K · 1 Mile
38–54°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
35–44°F
rain
2024
30–55°F
dry
2023
39–57°F
dry
2022
30–53°F
dry
2021
47–61°F
dry
2020
41–58°F
rain
2019
36–54°F
dry
2018
35–46°F
dry
2017
46–68°F
dry
2016
42–57°F
rain
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About this race
Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a cure!
Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we're spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis.
Don't miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run. Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis!
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