Chesapeake Rotary Holly Jolly Jog Race and Fun Run presented by the YMCA of South Hampton Roads
Saturday, December 5, 2026
5:30 PM EST
Chesapeake, Virginia
$28.29 · 1 race
1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the Chesapeake Rotary Holly Jolly Jog Race and Fun Run, happening on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in Chesapeake, Virginia! This spirited event invites families, friends, and neighbors to come together and race down Battlefield Blvd in a delightful 1-mile fun run, right before the annual Chesapeake Rotary Christmas Parade. Experience the thrill of running, jogging, or walking the course, all while being cheered on by thousands of enthusiastic supporters.
Dress in your favorite holiday attire, whether it's Christmas lights, pajamas, or an ugly sweater (just remember, no full Santa costumes allowed!). This year, for safety reasons, farm animals are not permitted to join in the fun. The course will be chip-timed and officially measured by USTAF standards, ensuring a fair competition for all participants. Don't miss out on the opportunity to register your whole family with a special package for just $75, covering 2 adults and up to 4 children. Join us for a jolly good time and make unforgettable memories at this year's Holly Jolly Jog!
Dress in your favorite holiday attire, whether it's Christmas lights, pajamas, or an ugly sweater (just remember, no full Santa costumes allowed!). This year, for safety reasons, farm animals are not permitted to join in the fun. The course will be chip-timed and officially measured by USTAF standards, ensuring a fair competition for all participants. Don't miss out on the opportunity to register your whole family with a special package for just $75, covering 2 adults and up to 4 children. Join us for a jolly good time and make unforgettable memories at this year's Holly Jolly Jog!
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Organiser's description
Ever wanted to race your friends, family and neighbors down Battlefield Blvd? Well, the Holly Jolly Jog is back for a 3rd year! A family-friendly, 1 mile fun run and race before the Chesapeake Rotary Christmas Parade will give you the chance to do exactly that. 30 minutes before the start of the Christmas parade, lace up and run, jog, or walk the route - under the lights - and being cheered on by thousands of your Chesapeake friends and family. Add to the festivities with Christmas lights, pjs, ugly sweaters and costumes (no full Santa costumes allowed - theres only one Santa in the parade). Also, sadly, for safety reasons, no farm animals will be allowed to race this year.
The course will be chip-timed and feature an official USTAF measurement.
Are you registering your whole family? We have a family registration package where you can register 2 adults and up to 4 children for $75. Click Family Registration after you click the sign-up link above to add additional registrants.
The course will be chip-timed and feature an official USTAF measurement.
Are you registering your whole family? We have a family registration package where you can register 2 adults and up to 4 children for $75. Click Family Registration after you click the sign-up link above to add additional registrants.
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Location
173 Mount Pleasant Rd, Chesapeake, 23322, VA, United States
Chesapeake Rotary Holly Jolly Jog Race and Fun Run presented by the YMCA of South Hampton Roads
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