Jingle Bell 5K
- Date Sat 19th December 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to jingle all the way at the annual Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, December 19, 2026, in beautiful Punta Gorda, Charlotte! This festive event features a scenic 3.1-mile course around the picturesque Babcock Ranch, making it the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season while staying active. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking for a fun outing with family and friends, this chip-timed race welcomes participants of all ages and abilities.
Participants can enjoy early packet pickup on December 17th and 18th, with race day registration available from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. The race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., and there will be plenty of post-race snacks and awards to celebrate everyone's achievements. With awards for overall winners and medals for age group finishers, this event promises excitement and camaraderie. Plus, feel free to bring your leashed furry friends or strollers along for the fun! Don’t miss out on this joyous occasion—mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with holiday spirit and community cheer!
Participants can enjoy early packet pickup on December 17th and 18th, with race day registration available from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. The race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., and there will be plenty of post-race snacks and awards to celebrate everyone's achievements. With awards for overall winners and medals for age group finishers, this event promises excitement and camaraderie. Plus, feel free to bring your leashed furry friends or strollers along for the fun! Don’t miss out on this joyous occasion—mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with holiday spirit and community cheer!
Organiser's Description
BABCOCK RANCH IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE OUR ANNUAL JINGLE BELL 5K RUN/WALK. THE COURSE IS 3.1 MILES OF SCENIC BEAUTY AROUND BABCOCK RANCH.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, DEC 17TH AND 18TH, FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M., AND FRIDAY, DEC 19TH, FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.
PICKUP LOCATION: BABCOCK RANCH LIFESTYLE OFFICE, 42891 LAKE BABCOCK DRIVE, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982.
RACE DAY PARKING: FREE AMPLE PARKING IS AVAILABLE NEAR THE STARTING AREA.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 TO 7:45 A.M. AT BABCOCK RANCH FOUNDER'S SQUARE.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 TO 7:45 A.M., COST IS $40.00.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 A.M.
SHIRTS: SHIRTS ARE AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. IF YOUR PREFERRED SIZE IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE, PLEASE SELECT A DIFFERENT SIZE OR CHOOSE THE NO SHIRT OPTION. THE SIZE YOU SELECT AT REGISTRATION IS GUARANTEED IF IT IS AVAILABLE AT THE TIME YOU REGISTER.
THERE WILL BE POST-RACE SNACKS AND AWARDS.
THE RACE IS CHIP-TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING.
BATHROOMS AND WATER STATIONS WILL BE LOCATED AT THE START AND FINISH AREAS. THE WATER STOP WILL ALSO BE AT THE HALFWAY MARK.
AWARDS:
AGE GROUP AWARDS ARE BASED OFF-CHIP TIME.
THERE WILL BE OVERALL AWARDS AND FINISHER MEDALS.
ACTUAL AWARDS:
1ST PLACE OVERALL AWARDS - MALE & FEMALE.
1ST PLACE MASTERS, GRAND MASTERS, SENIOR GRAND MASTERS - MALE & FEMALE
IN-PERSON AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE M/F IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS: 9 AND UNDER, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 AND 75-79, 80+ (1ST AND 2ND ONLY)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: IS THIS A TIMED RACE?
A: YES, THE 5K IS CHIP-TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING.
Q: IS THERE A UNTIMED FUN RUN?
A: YES, THE UNTIMED FUN RUN WILL START 5 MINUTES AFTER TIMED 5K.
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSE SURFACE LIKE?
A: THE COURSE IS PAVED ROADS AND SIDEWALKS.
Q: ARE DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YOU MAY RUN WITH YOUR DOG, BUT YOU ASSUME ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR DOG. YOUR PET MUST BE LEASHED AT ALL TIMES AND UP TO DATE ON VACCINATIONS. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR POOCH. PARTICIPANTS WITH DOGS WILL START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE.
Q: ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YES. PARTICIPANTS WITH STROLLERS MUST START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE.
Q: IS THE COURSE GOOD FOR SPECTATORS?
A: YES.
RACE CONTACT INFO:
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RACE, PLEASE CONTACT:
LIZ OGLE - RACE DIRECTOR
TEL: 941.676.7191
EMAIL: LOGLE@CCMCNET.COM
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, DEC 17TH AND 18TH, FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M., AND FRIDAY, DEC 19TH, FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.
PICKUP LOCATION: BABCOCK RANCH LIFESTYLE OFFICE, 42891 LAKE BABCOCK DRIVE, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982.
RACE DAY PARKING: FREE AMPLE PARKING IS AVAILABLE NEAR THE STARTING AREA.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 TO 7:45 A.M. AT BABCOCK RANCH FOUNDER'S SQUARE.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 TO 7:45 A.M., COST IS $40.00.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 A.M.
SHIRTS: SHIRTS ARE AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. IF YOUR PREFERRED SIZE IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE, PLEASE SELECT A DIFFERENT SIZE OR CHOOSE THE NO SHIRT OPTION. THE SIZE YOU SELECT AT REGISTRATION IS GUARANTEED IF IT IS AVAILABLE AT THE TIME YOU REGISTER.
THERE WILL BE POST-RACE SNACKS AND AWARDS.
THE RACE IS CHIP-TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING.
BATHROOMS AND WATER STATIONS WILL BE LOCATED AT THE START AND FINISH AREAS. THE WATER STOP WILL ALSO BE AT THE HALFWAY MARK.
AWARDS:
AGE GROUP AWARDS ARE BASED OFF-CHIP TIME.
THERE WILL BE OVERALL AWARDS AND FINISHER MEDALS.
ACTUAL AWARDS:
1ST PLACE OVERALL AWARDS - MALE & FEMALE.
1ST PLACE MASTERS, GRAND MASTERS, SENIOR GRAND MASTERS - MALE & FEMALE
IN-PERSON AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE M/F IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS: 9 AND UNDER, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 AND 75-79, 80+ (1ST AND 2ND ONLY)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: IS THIS A TIMED RACE?
A: YES, THE 5K IS CHIP-TIMED BY BEACH BUM TIMING.
Q: IS THERE A UNTIMED FUN RUN?
A: YES, THE UNTIMED FUN RUN WILL START 5 MINUTES AFTER TIMED 5K.
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSE SURFACE LIKE?
A: THE COURSE IS PAVED ROADS AND SIDEWALKS.
Q: ARE DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YOU MAY RUN WITH YOUR DOG, BUT YOU ASSUME ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR DOG. YOUR PET MUST BE LEASHED AT ALL TIMES AND UP TO DATE ON VACCINATIONS. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR POOCH. PARTICIPANTS WITH DOGS WILL START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE.
Q: ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE?
A: YES. PARTICIPANTS WITH STROLLERS MUST START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE.
Q: IS THE COURSE GOOD FOR SPECTATORS?
A: YES.
RACE CONTACT INFO:
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RACE, PLEASE CONTACT:
LIZ OGLE - RACE DIRECTOR
TEL: 941.676.7191
EMAIL: LOGLE@CCMCNET.COM
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