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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
2900 Buckingham Ave, Lakeland FL
5K
56–74°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
47–70°F
dry
2024
44–60°F
dry
2023
48–72°F
dry
2022
57–72°F
dry
2021
65–85°F
dry
2020
59–69°F
rain
2019
62–74°F
rain
2018
39–65°F
dry
2017
43–71°F
dry
2016
65–80°F
dry
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About this race
Join the City of Lakeland for its 12th Annual Holly Jolly Jingle Bell Jog 5k on the scenic Three Parks Trail, December 12 at 7:30 am. Holiday attire, and cheer, is welcome!!
This is a FREE event this year! Don't Wait to register. The event will be capped at 600.
There will be no registration at early packet pickup or on race day!
Participants will Receive a Shirt, Bib, Finisher Ornament. Shirts and sizes are guaranteed if pre-registered before Nov. 23, 2026. (After this date, shirts will be available while supplies last!)
Early Packet pickup will take place the Friday before the race, December 11th, between 4:00pm and 6:30pm at the Gandy Pool at 404 Imperial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803.
Also, packet pickup will begin at 6:30am on Race Day, at the Cleveland Heights Golf Course in front of the pro shop.
Awards will be given to: Overall Male and Female, Overall Masters (40+) Male and Female, and the Top 3 Male and Female in 5 Year Age groups (0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24 up to 80+)
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