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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
1300 N Monroe St, Albany GA
5K · 10K
45–64°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
47–55°F
rain
2024
44–63°F
dry
2023
43–62°F
dry
2022
56–72°F
dry
2021
52–72°F
dry
2020
39–59°F
dry
2019
39–66°F
dry
2018
36–50°F
dry
2017
56–80°F
dry
2016
61–69°F
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About this race
Jingle Bell Jog
Date and Location
- Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Location: Tift Park, Albany GA
- Address: 1300 N Monroe St, Albany, GA
- More Info: Visit here
Race Description
The Jingle Bell Jog benefitting Children's Miracle Network at Phoebe is the traditional kick-off for family holiday fun in Southwest Georgia. This year (2026) marks our 38th anniversary for this fun, family event. The Jog consists of a 5K run and walk, a 10K run, and a 1-mile fun walk. This year we are back to our original course, so make sure to review the map below.
Race Start Times
- 10K: begins at 8:30 a.m.
- 5K: begins at 8:45 a.m.
- 1-mile fun walk: begins at 9:00 a.m.
- Note: Please make a note of the NEW start times.
Registration and Proceeds
Sign up today to get early bird pricing! All proceeds from Jingle Bell Jog will support Phoebe's NICU, which helps our tiniest miracles survive and thrive.
Packet Pickup Information
Please pick up your race packet at Phoebe Healthworks (311 W. 3rd. Ave - enter off Jackson Street) during the following hours:
- December 3: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- December 4: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Awards
We Will Be Giving 3-Deep Awards In The Following Age Groups For The 5K And 10K Race.
Age Groups for Awards
Age Groups 5K and 10K Races include:
- Under 5
- 6-9
- 10-14
- 15-19
- 20-24
- 25-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60-64
- 65-69
- 70-74
- 75 & Up
Contact Information
For questions, contact Phoebe Foundation at 229-312-4483.
Course map
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