Jingle Bell LEAP 5K
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Jingle Bell LEAP 5K, taking place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in the vibrant city of Durham! This exciting out-and-back run/walk kicks off at mile 0 of the American Tobacco Trail, starting at the intersection of Morehead Avenue and Blackwell Street. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking for a fun way to stay active, this 5K promises a festive atmosphere while supporting a great cause. The event benefits the Latino Educational Achievement Partnership, which provides essential bilingual pre-K education and tutoring for young students.
Join us for pre-race packet pickup at the LEAP School on Friday, December 12, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. On race day, registration and check-in will begin at 7:45 AM, with the race starting at 9:00 AM. Enjoy the support of on-course water stations and indulge in delicious bagels and bananas at both the start and finish lines. With plenty of street parking available on Blackwell Street and in nearby lots, it’s easy to join in on the fun! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to get active and support local education—mark
Join us for pre-race packet pickup at the LEAP School on Friday, December 12, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. On race day, registration and check-in will begin at 7:45 AM, with the race starting at 9:00 AM. Enjoy the support of on-course water stations and indulge in delicious bagels and bananas at both the start and finish lines. With plenty of street parking available on Blackwell Street and in nearby lots, it’s easy to join in on the fun! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to get active and support local education—mark
Organiser's Description
The Jingle Bell LEAP is an out-and-back 5K Run/Walk beginning at mile 0 of the American Tobacco Trail at Morehead Ave and Blackwell St. This event supports the Latino Educational Achievement Partnership which provides quality bilingual pre-K education and tutoring to elementary and middle school students.
Pre-race packet pickup is available at the LEAP School [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Latino+Educational+Achievement+Partnership/@36.02753,-79.0068304,12z/data=!4m18!1m12!4m11!1m3!2m2!1d-78.9529287!2d36.0296124!1m6!1m2!1s0x89ace15c6f20c6b1:0xafa07834b3101cc0!2sLEAP+School+durham!2m2!1d-78.9367903!2d36.0275504!3m4!1s0x89ace15c6f20c6b1:0xafa07834b3101cc0!8m2!3d36.0275504!4d-78.9367903]on Friday, Dec. 12 from 4:30-6:30pm.
Race day registration and check-in begins at the start area at 7:45am, and the run/walk begins at 9:00am.
Street parking is available on Blackwell St. and in the lots off Jackie Robinson Blvd (next to Mellow Mushroom).
Water station on course. Bagels and bananas at start and finish.
Course Map can be found here.
More info on LEAP can be found here! [http://www.durhamleap.org]
Pre-race packet pickup is available at the LEAP School [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Latino+Educational+Achievement+Partnership/@36.02753,-79.0068304,12z/data=!4m18!1m12!4m11!1m3!2m2!1d-78.9529287!2d36.0296124!1m6!1m2!1s0x89ace15c6f20c6b1:0xafa07834b3101cc0!2sLEAP+School+durham!2m2!1d-78.9367903!2d36.0275504!3m4!1s0x89ace15c6f20c6b1:0xafa07834b3101cc0!8m2!3d36.0275504!4d-78.9367903]on Friday, Dec. 12 from 4:30-6:30pm.
Race day registration and check-in begins at the start area at 7:45am, and the run/walk begins at 9:00am.
Street parking is available on Blackwell St. and in the lots off Jackie Robinson Blvd (next to Mellow Mushroom).
Water station on course. Bagels and bananas at start and finish.
Course Map can be found here.
More info on LEAP can be found here! [http://www.durhamleap.org]
Races
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5K Run or Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing)
Sat 13th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
Chip-timed 5K run. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
Support LEAP and run, walk, or bike on your own time from wherever you are! (does not include a t-shirt) -
5K Run or Walk (Youth 12 & Under)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$22.20
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Mile 0 of the American Tobacco Trail - Miracle League Field, 473 Morehead Ave, Durham, 27701, NC, United States
Jingle Bell LEAP 5K
