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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
100 N Main St, Mount Gilead NC
5K · 1 Mile
39–56°F · some rain risk
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2025
37–46°F
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2024
33–57°F
dry
2023
40–59°F
dry
2022
36–55°F
dry
2021
48–65°F
dry
2020
41–55°F
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2019
40–58°F
dry
2018
35–46°F
dry
2017
45–68°F
dry
2016
43–60°F
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About this race
Event Overview
Deck the streets and lace up your running shoes — the Chi Sigma Club of Mt. Gilead invites you to our 6th Annual Jingle Bell Jaunt Fun Run on Saturday, December 5, 2026! This festive fun run kicks off Christmas on the Square, so come start the holiday season off right before the celebration begins.
Participation Details
Pull out your favorite holiday gear, jingle bells, and festive flair for this merry morning run through Mt. Gilead. Whether you're racing for time or strolling in your ugly Christmas sweater, this fun run brings the whole community together for a great cause — and leads right into a full day of Christmas on the Square festivities.
Event Highlights
- Open Participation: Festive fun run open to all ages and fitness levels
- Kickoff Event: Official kickoff to Christmas on the Square
- Costume Prizes: Prizes for best holiday costume
- Post-Race Treats: Enjoy post-race treats
- Christmas Swag: Christmas swag for participants
- Community Support: 100% of proceeds benefit the Shop with a Cop Program
Registration Fees
- 1.5 Mile Course Rate: $25
- 5k Course Rate: $35
- T-Shirt Availability: T-shirts will not be guaranteed by race day if you register after Nov. 29
Course Information
Course: Both races will be on the same course around Mt. Gilead. 1 loop = 1.5 miles, 2 loops = 3.1 miles. View the race course map.
Event Logistics
- Event Timing: Timing provided by Junction 311.
- Awards: More details to follow.
- Packet Pick-Up: More details to follow.
- Bathrooms: Porta Johns will be available on N. Main St.
Parking Information
Parking: Parking will be available at First United Methodist Church (100 N. Main St. Mt. Gilead NC, 27306). Pre-race meet up is on the front church yard between the corner of N. Main St & E. Allenton St.
Important Note
Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Join Us
Come jingle all the way, kick off the holiday season, and help make this the best Jaunt yet — for a cause that puts smiles on kids' faces this Christmas!
More Information
For additional details, please visit the official race page: Jingle Bell Jaunt Fun Run.
Course map
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