Angry Bear Holiday Fun Run and 5K

🎉 Angry Bear Holiday Fun Run & 5K Overview

Lace up for a cause at the Angry Bear Fun Run & 5K!

Join us for a festive, family-friendly afternoon and evening packed with winter cheer—all in support of the Jackson High School Baseball team. From warm drinks and holiday music to snowball games and a visit from Santa, there’s something for everyone. Kids can enjoy the 1-mile Fun Run and winter-themed activities, while runners and walkers alike take on the scenic 5K through the parks with decorations and inflatable. Don your most festive gear for a chance to win costume prizes, bring your kids for our activities and celebration. It’s more than a race—it’s a winter celebration with purpose!

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

• 1 Mile Fun Run: Ages 10 and under. For kids, families with small children. All finishers get a mini medal or snowflake ribbon!
• 5K Student/Family Pricing: Student pricing is 18-Under for $15 off, expires on December 3 - Family pricing is 4 family members for $100, expires on November 15.
• Costume Contest: Judging Categories: Best Winter Outfit, Funniest, & Most Festive.
• Post-Race Treats: At the finish line, you will receive our medals, water, and snacks (bananas, granola, energy bars).

👕 Shirts

We offer Youth Small to X-Large, Adults Small to 2X-Large, & no shirt option for $5 discount. There is no guarantee for a t-shirt with registration after November 15th. Limited shirts will be available at the event!

🏅 Medals

All participants will receive a medal! We offer a no participation medal option for a $5 discount, please select during the registration process if you're not interested in receiving a medal.

📅 Schedule

• Friday, December 4: 5:00-7:00 PM - Packet Pickup
• Saturday, December 5:
• 3:30 PM - Packet Pickup and Santa Arrives!
• 4:15 PM – ❄️ 1 Mile Fun Run Begins, Untimed Event!
• 4:30 PM – Costume Contest Judging and Awards
• 4:50 PM – Final Call for 5K Participants
• 5:00 PM – 🏃‍♂️ 5K Race Begins
• 5:20 PM – First Finishers Expected
• 6:00 PM – Awards Ceremony - 5K

🍔 Concessions

• Candy Galore (all Christmas themed)
• Guiseppe’s Pizza
• Chick-Fil-A
• Hot Dogs
• Popcorn
• Cookies (Jenny G's Sweet Treats)
• Donuts (Amish Door)
• Hot Cocoa (Biggby Coffee)
• Coffee
• Drinks

🏆 Awards

5K Run/Walk:

• Top Overall Male & Female
• Top Male & Female in Age Groups 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70-Over

Costume Awards:

• Best Winter Outfit
• Funniest
• Most Festive

📍 Event Location

Join us at Jackson High School, Massillon, OH.

🔗 More Information

For more details, visit the official race page: Angry Bear Holiday Fun Run & 5K.