Angry Bear Holiday Fun Run and 5K
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 4:15PM EST
- Location Massillon, Ohio
- Price $18.95 - $44.95
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the Angry Bear Holiday Fun Run and 5K on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in Massillon, Stark! This spirited event not only promises a fun-filled day for the whole family but also supports the Jackson High School Baseball team. Participants can choose to join the 1-mile Fun Run, perfect for kids aged 10 and under, or take on the scenic 5K race that winds through beautifully decorated parks.
The afternoon will be packed with holiday cheer, featuring warm drinks, festive music, and even a special visit from Santa! Don your most festive attire for a chance to win exciting costume prizes in categories like Best Winter Outfit and Most Festive. With plenty of snacks, drinks, and holiday-themed activities available, this event is more than just a race; it's a winter wonderland celebration with a purpose! Don’t miss out on the chance to create wonderful memories while supporting a great cause.
The afternoon will be packed with holiday cheer, featuring warm drinks, festive music, and even a special visit from Santa! Don your most festive attire for a chance to win exciting costume prizes in categories like Best Winter Outfit and Most Festive. With plenty of snacks, drinks, and holiday-themed activities available, this event is more than just a race; it's a winter wonderland celebration with a purpose! Don’t miss out on the chance to create wonderful memories while supporting a great cause.
Organiser's Description
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 cheerall in support of the Jackson High School Baseball team. From warm drinks and holiday music to snowball games and a visit from Santa, theres 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. Its more than a raceits a winter celebration with purpose!
snowflake 1 Mile Fun Run (Ages 10 and under) For kids, families with small children. All finishers get a mini medal or snowflake ribbon! No t-shirts are given for this event!
snowflake 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.
snowflake Costume Contest Judging Categories: Best Winter Outfit, Funniest, & Most Festive
snowflake We'll have Music and emcee commentary
snowflake Finish line your get receive a our medals, water, and snacks (bananas, granola, energy bars)
5K RUN/WALK 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 your 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 snowflake 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)
-Guiseppes 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 the following 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
Join us for a festive, family-friendly afternoon and evening packed with winter cheerall in support of the Jackson High School Baseball team. From warm drinks and holiday music to snowball games and a visit from Santa, theres 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. Its more than a raceits a winter celebration with purpose!
snowflake 1 Mile Fun Run (Ages 10 and under) For kids, families with small children. All finishers get a mini medal or snowflake ribbon! No t-shirts are given for this event!
snowflake 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.
snowflake Costume Contest Judging Categories: Best Winter Outfit, Funniest, & Most Festive
snowflake We'll have Music and emcee commentary
snowflake Finish line your get receive a our medals, water, and snacks (bananas, granola, energy bars)
5K RUN/WALK 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 your 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 snowflake 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)
-Guiseppes 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 the following 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
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