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Sunday, December 6th, 2026
100 College Drive, Kankakee IL
5K · 1 Mile
26–40°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
25–33°F
dry
2024
12–33°F
dry
2023
28–40°F
dry
2022
35–44°F
dry
2021
16–42°F
dry
2020
29–35°F
dry
2019
26–44°F
dry
2018
22–34°F
dry
2017
28–38°F
dry
2016
25–36°F
dry
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26°F at the start.
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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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