2026 Nighttime Jingle Bell Run
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 5:45PM CST
- Location Midland, Texas
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an enchanting evening at the 2026 Nighttime Jingle Bell Run on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, in Midland! This festive 5K race, held at Scharbauer Elementary School, is the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season with family and friends. As West Texas's largest nighttime holiday run, the Jingle Bell Run promises an unforgettable experience filled with glowing lights, cheerful music, and joyful runners dressed in their most creative Christmas costumes. Whether you choose to run, walk, or simply enjoy the festive atmosphere, you'll be swept away by the holiday spirit as you make your way through a dazzling display of twinkling lights under the winter sky.
This event isn't just about fun—it's also a meaningful way to give back to the community. Each registration supports Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin, which offers vital educational programs for local students. By participating, you're not only celebrating the season but also investing in the future of West Texas youth. So, grab your loved ones, lace up those running shoes, and get ready for a night of holiday magic, community spirit, and cherished memories that will last well beyond the festive season!
This event isn't just about fun—it's also a meaningful way to give back to the community. Each registration supports Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin, which offers vital educational programs for local students. By participating, you're not only celebrating the season but also investing in the future of West Texas youth. So, grab your loved ones, lace up those running shoes, and get ready for a night of holiday magic, community spirit, and cherished memories that will last well beyond the festive season!
Organiser's Description
Join us on December 5, 2026, at Scharbauer Elementary School for the official kickoff to Christmas at the Jingle Bell Run - West Texas largest and most festive nighttime 5K!
The Athletic Company is excited to continue its partnership with Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin to bring Midland an unforgettable holiday experience filled with Christmas cheer, glowing lights, festive music, creative costumes, and jingle bells everywhere!
More than just a race, the Jingle Bell Run is a holiday tradition designed for the entire family. Whether you're running, walking, or simply soaking in the Christmas magic, you'll experience a sea of twinkling lights winding through the streets under the winter sky. From kids and parents to grandparents and friends, everyone is invited to celebrate the season together.
RUN FOR A REASON!
Every registration makes a difference by supporting Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin and its educational programs in local schools.
Junior Achievement is the world's largest organization dedicated to educating students in grades K12 about entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs. These programs prepare young people for the real world by teaching them how to build and manage wealth, create jobs that strengthen their communities, and apply entrepreneurial thinking in the workplace.
When you participate in the Jingle Bell Run, you're not just kicking off the Christmas season - you're investing in the future of West Texas students!
Learn more about Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin: Click Here! [https://permianbasin.ja.org/]
GRAB YOUR FAMILY, LACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES, PUT ON YOUR MOST FESTIVE CHRISTMAS ATTIRE, AND JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC, COMMUNITY SPIRIT, AND MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST LONG AFTER THE SEASON ENDS!
The Athletic Company is excited to continue its partnership with Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin to bring Midland an unforgettable holiday experience filled with Christmas cheer, glowing lights, festive music, creative costumes, and jingle bells everywhere!
More than just a race, the Jingle Bell Run is a holiday tradition designed for the entire family. Whether you're running, walking, or simply soaking in the Christmas magic, you'll experience a sea of twinkling lights winding through the streets under the winter sky. From kids and parents to grandparents and friends, everyone is invited to celebrate the season together.
RUN FOR A REASON!
Every registration makes a difference by supporting Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin and its educational programs in local schools.
Junior Achievement is the world's largest organization dedicated to educating students in grades K12 about entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs. These programs prepare young people for the real world by teaching them how to build and manage wealth, create jobs that strengthen their communities, and apply entrepreneurial thinking in the workplace.
When you participate in the Jingle Bell Run, you're not just kicking off the Christmas season - you're investing in the future of West Texas students!
Learn more about Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin: Click Here! [https://permianbasin.ja.org/]
GRAB YOUR FAMILY, LACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES, PUT ON YOUR MOST FESTIVE CHRISTMAS ATTIRE, AND JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC, COMMUNITY SPIRIT, AND MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST LONG AFTER THE SEASON ENDS!
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (6:10PM CST)
$38.10
Run or walk this distance and get the most out of the Nighttime Jingle Bell Run. This is a chip-timed event. *If you're walking this event please utilize the sidewalks of the neighborhood, when available, per Police Department request. -
Santa's Elves 1.5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (5:45PM CST)
$27.50
This event is perfect for the younger runners/walkers looking to experience a fun run. This is not a timed event.
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Scharbauer Elementary School, 2115 Hereford Blvd., Midland, 79707, TX, United States
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