2025 Jingle Bell Run - Birmingham, AL

🎉 Get Ready for the Jingle Bell Run!

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!

• Join Us: Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride.
• Spread Joy: Together, we’re spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis.
• Make a Difference: Don't miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run.
• About the Event: Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis!

📅 Pre-Race Packet Pickup

• When: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 - 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
• When: Thursday, December 4, 2025 - 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Trak Shak – Homewood, 2839 18th Street South, Homewood, AL 35209
• Directions: [Map]

🏁 Race Day Location

When: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Where: Patriot Park, 710 Oak Grove Road, Homewood, AL 35209

• Directions: [Map]
• Note: Start / Finish Line Roads Blocked [PDF Map]

⏰ Schedule of Events

• 7:30 a.m: Registration and Packet Pickup Open
• 8:30 a.m: Opening Ceremony
• 8:45 a.m: 5K Registration and Packet Pickup Close
• 10:15 a.m: 5K Awards Ceremony

🎽 Event Details

• Virtual Runner: T-shirts will be mailed to the address provided during registration after the race date.
• 5K Course Map: [PDF Click Here]
• 1 Mile Course Map: [PDF Click Here]
• Finisher Medals: 5K Finisher medals provided.

🏆 Awards and Recognition

• Awards: Top 3 Overall Male / Female and Top 3 in Age Groups.
• Wheelchair / Frame Runners: The overall winners will receive an award.
• Top Fundraiser: Special awards for top fundraisers and costume contest winners.
• 5K: Timing chip purchase required for awards eligibility, $5/participant.

🌡️ Weather Tips

• Be Prepared: Tips on Running in COLD weather [Click Here].
• Stay Warm: It can be cold, so make sure you have the right clothing.
• Forecast: [Weather Forecast – Homewood, AL]
• Bib Placement: Wear your Bib Number on the FRONT of your shirt during the race.

🚗 Parking and Accessibility

• On-site: Parking and restrooms are available at Patriot Park.
• Suggested Parking: Pool parking lot, paid parking lot by the church.
• Avoid: Do not park on Oak Grove Rd as the road will be blocked.
• Access: No registration needed, but everyone must wear their Bib Number.

🐾 Race Policies

• Bandit Policy: Unregistered runners are not permitted. Please register to participate.
• Pets: Follow Homewood City Ordinance, keep pets leashed, and clean up after them.
• Strollers: Keep children with you and start from the back of the line for safety.
• Cancellation Policy: No refunds. Changes to registration can be made [Click Here].

🌍 Learn More

Join us for a day of fun, community, and awareness as we come together to fight arthritis! For more information, visit the official race page: Jingle Bell Run – Birmingham, AL.