Pell City Rotary Club Jingle Bell 5K, 10K & Fun Run/Walk

Event Information

• Date: December 12, 2026
• Location: 2801 Stemley Bridge Road, Pell City, AL
• Race URL: Pell City Rotary Club Jingle Bell Run
• Event Type: 5K, 10K & Fun Run/Walk

Purpose of the Event

• Support Local Veterans: Proceeds benefit the Col. Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home.
• Accessible Garden: Funds will help create a handicap-accessible garden for veterans.
• Community Impact: Your participation honors veterans who sacrificed for our country.
• Fun Atmosphere: Enjoy a festive event while supporting a wonderful cause.

Race Details

• Courses: Certified 5K & 10K courses from 2025.
• Prizes: Cash prizes for top finishers and best dressed awards.
• Raffle Prizes: 12 Days of Christmas raffle: registration acts as a ticket.
• Team Contest: Donation to the organization of the team with the most participants.

Registration Information

• What’s Included: Race t-shirt, swag bag, and post-race refreshments.
• Deadline: Registrations must be submitted by November 29th for t-shirt size guarantee.
• Cash Awards: $300 for 1st place in the 5K: $400 for 1st place in the 10K.
• Medal Awards: Given to top 3 finishers in various age groups for both races.

Race Day Agenda

• Time: 7:00-7:45am - Registration and Packet Pickup.
• Start Time: 8:00am - Opening ceremony and start of races.
• Fun Run: 9:30am - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk begins.
• Awards Ceremony: 10:00am - Awards presentation.

Additional Information

• Parking: Check back for important parking details closer to race day.
• Post Race: Refreshments and Santa Claus available from 8AM - 10:00AM.
• Pets: Follow the Pell City Animal Ordinance: keep pets leashed at all times.
• Strollers: Course may not be stroller-friendly: keep children close and start at the back.

Policies

• Transfer Policy: Registration fees are non-refundable: transfers are not permitted.
• Weather: Event occurs rain or shine: extreme weather may lead to cancellation.