In 81 days · Sat, Dec 5, 2026
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When
Saturday, December 5th, 2026
Where
303 W. Broad Street, Columbus OH
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
29–43°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
11–27°F
dry
2024
20–38°F
dry
2023
32–39°F
rain
2022
24–47°F
dry
2021
29–56°F
rain
2020
31–41°F
dry
2019
28–44°F
dry
2018
29–33°F
dry
2017
32–55°F
rain
2016
32–41°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-12-05
- Location: 303 W. Broad Street, Columbus, OH
- URL: Jingle Bell Run - Columbus
- Charity: Arthritis Foundation
Race Details
- Dress Code: Wear your favorite holiday gear
- Participants: Suitable for running, walking, or strolling
- Community: Bring friends, family, and coworkers
- Goal: Spreading joy and making strides against arthritis
Significance
- Impact: Celebrate four decades of the Jingle Bell Run
- Mission: To make a real difference in the fight against arthritis
- Invitation: Lace up, hit the pavement
- Spirit: Jingle our way toward victory
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