In 125 days · Sat, Dec 5, 2026
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When
Saturday, December 5th, 2026
Where
122 N Church Street, Nacogdoches TX
Distance
5K
Typical weather
46–63°F · low rain risk
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2025
39–48°F
dry
2024
48–61°F
dry
2023
42–67°F
dry
2022
60–75°F
dry
2021
63–75°F
dry
2020
33–59°F
dry
2019
47–71°F
dry
2018
35–53°F
dry
2017
49–68°F
rain
2016
46–49°F
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About this race
Race Information
- Date: December 5, 2026
- Location: 122 N Church Street, Nacogdoches, TX
- Race Type: Chip timed 5K
- URL: Jingle Bell Run
Packet Pickup
- Date: December 4
- Location: 1808 South St. Nacogdoches, Texas 75964 (Whole Again Counseling)
- Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
- Race Day Pickup: 6:30 AM - 7:55 AM at Aperitivo Cafe & Gelato
Race Start Details
- Race Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Start Location: Aperitivo Cafe & Gelato
- Address: 122 N Church Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75961
- Refund Policy: No refunds are allowed for this race
Event Highlights
- History: 30th Annual Jingle Bell Run
- Host: PTW Running Co.
- Route: Through historic Downtown Nacogdoches, Texas
- Registration: Includes commemorative event shirt
Awards
- Prizes: Bikes awarded to the first male and female 12 years old or younger
- Overall Awards: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for female and male
- Medals: Awards for Overall Best Time, Top Female, Top Male, and 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each age bracket
- Age Brackets: 5-8, 9-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and older
Participant Notes
- Claim Your Shirt: Only the first 150 registrants will be guaranteed a t-shirt!
- Holiday Spirit: Join us to run home for the holidays!
- Location: The race features a beautiful route.
- Community: Celebrate the holiday season in the Oldest Town in Texas.
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