Jingle Bell Run - Avon Park, FL
- Date Fri 12th December 2025
- Time 6:00PM EST
- Location Avon Park, Florida
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the festive season at the Jingle Bell Run in Avon Park, FL, on Friday, December 12, 2025! This beloved community event, now in its 20th year, lights up downtown Avon Park with a dazzling display of Christmas lights, creating a magical atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Join us for a heartwarming evening of fun as we support the Who I Am Foundation, which provides vital programs for local foster care children, special needs individuals, and seniors.
Participants can look forward to an exciting lineup, including a Children's Fun Run at 6:00 p.m., followed by the 5K Race starting at 6:20 p.m. The race route offers a festive experience as you stroll or sprint through the mile-long mall adorned in holiday cheer. Each runner will receive a fabulous swag bag filled with goodies and a charming Christmas ornament upon crossing the finish line. To add to the spirit of giving, we invite you to bring new pairs of pajamas to donate to local foster care children. Join us for a night of joy, community, and Christmas spirit—register today and be part of this wonderful holiday tradition!
Participants can look forward to an exciting lineup, including a Children's Fun Run at 6:00 p.m., followed by the 5K Race starting at 6:20 p.m. The race route offers a festive experience as you stroll or sprint through the mile-long mall adorned in holiday cheer. Each runner will receive a fabulous swag bag filled with goodies and a charming Christmas ornament upon crossing the finish line. To add to the spirit of giving, we invite you to bring new pairs of pajamas to donate to local foster care children. Join us for a night of joy, community, and Christmas spirit—register today and be part of this wonderful holiday tradition!
Organiser's Description
Celebrate the Christmas season with us in downtown Avon Park as we light up the night with a stunning display of Christmas lighting! This year's event benefits the Who I Am Foundation, supporting free programs for our local Foster Care Children, Special Needs Children and Adults, and our Senior Memory Care initiatives. The Jingle Bell Run has been a cherished tradition for over 20 years, combining community spirit with festive Christmas fun.
EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE A SWAG BAG FULL OF GOODIES AT REGISTRATION AND A CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT AT THE FINISH LINE. There is an optional t-shirt purchase to be completed before December 1st to make sure we have your size in your swag bag!
RACE ROUTE: Enjoy miles of Avon Park's Christmas lights as you walk or run around Avon Park's beautiful mile-long mall.
RACE SCHEDULE: Children's Fun Run: Starts at 6:00 p.m. with the 5K Race: Starts at 6:20 p.m.
CHILDREN'S FUN RUN: The Children's Fun Run is a one block run, designed for children who want to race Santa! Fun Run: $5.00. _**MUST BE REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE**_
WE WILL ALSO BE COLLECTING NEW PAIRS OF PAJAMAS THE NIGHT OF THE RACE TO BE GIVEN TO FOSTER CARE CHILDREN THROUGH CENTRAL FLORIDA'S HEARTLAND FOR CHILDREN FOSTER CARE PROGRAM AND LAKE PLACID'S WORTHY AND KNOWN FAMILY PROJECTS.
Register here or send your paper registration and make checks payable to:
The Who I Am Foundation
P.O. Box 866
Avon Park, FL 33826
E-mail: [email protected]
JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF JOY, COMMUNITY, AND CHRISTMAS SPIRIT! WE LOOK FORWARD TO RUNNING TOGETHER FOR A GREAT CAUSE!
EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE A SWAG BAG FULL OF GOODIES AT REGISTRATION AND A CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT AT THE FINISH LINE. There is an optional t-shirt purchase to be completed before December 1st to make sure we have your size in your swag bag!
RACE ROUTE: Enjoy miles of Avon Park's Christmas lights as you walk or run around Avon Park's beautiful mile-long mall.
RACE SCHEDULE: Children's Fun Run: Starts at 6:00 p.m. with the 5K Race: Starts at 6:20 p.m.
CHILDREN'S FUN RUN: The Children's Fun Run is a one block run, designed for children who want to race Santa! Fun Run: $5.00. _**MUST BE REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE**_
WE WILL ALSO BE COLLECTING NEW PAIRS OF PAJAMAS THE NIGHT OF THE RACE TO BE GIVEN TO FOSTER CARE CHILDREN THROUGH CENTRAL FLORIDA'S HEARTLAND FOR CHILDREN FOSTER CARE PROGRAM AND LAKE PLACID'S WORTHY AND KNOWN FAMILY PROJECTS.
Register here or send your paper registration and make checks payable to:
The Who I Am Foundation
P.O. Box 866
Avon Park, FL 33826
E-mail: [email protected]
JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF JOY, COMMUNITY, AND CHRISTMAS SPIRIT! WE LOOK FORWARD TO RUNNING TOGETHER FOR A GREAT CAUSE!
Races
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Jingle Bell Run 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Swag Tote Bag
Fri 12th December 2025 (6:30PM EST)
$32.80
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Children's Fun Run
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Fri 12th December 2025 (6:00PM EST)
$6.30
The Children's Fun Run is a one block run, designed for children who want to race Santa! Fun Run: $5.00 (no shirt).
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Jingle Bell Run - Avon Park, FL
