In 64 days · Sat, Nov 28, 2026
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When
Saturday, November 28th, 2026
Where
500 E Court St, Jonesboro LA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
45–64°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
37–59°F
dry
2024
50–68°F
dry
2023
37–60°F
dry
2022
43–67°F
dry
2021
47–64°F
rain
2020
51–58°F
dry
2019
51–60°F
dry
2018
39–65°F
dry
2017
42–70°F
dry
2016
56–67°F
rain
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event: An Ugly Christmas Sweater Themed 3.1 mile race
- Date: November 28, 2026
- Location: 500 E Court St, Jonesboro, LA
- Start/End Point: Jackson Parish Courthouse Lawn (starting on Jimmie Davis Blvd)
Purpose
- Kickoff: The race kicks off the Christmas Wonderland in the Pines Christmas Festival.
- Community Involvement: Bring at least 1 item to donate to DART (Domestic Abuse Resistance Team).
Needed Donations
- Food: Canned foods
- Hygiene Products: Feminine products, Shampoo, Conditioner, Ethnic haircare products
- Arts & Crafts: Coloring books, crayons, books (all ages)
- Miscellaneous: Chapstick, soap, hand sanitizer, portable cell phone chargers, socks, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, kleenex
More Information
- Registration: Visit this link for more details.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 27 – 29, 2026.
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