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
Join us on Friday, December 12, 2025, for the Jingle Bell Run in the heart of Avon Park, Florida! This festive event is a beloved holiday tradition, celebrating the Christmas season with a dazzling display of lights and a wonderful community spirit. Participants can choose to join the Children's Fun Run at 6:00 p.m., a delightful one-block race where kids can race Santa, or take part in the 5K race starting at 6:20 p.m. Both routes wind through Avon Park's stunning mile-long mall, adorned with spectacular holiday decorations.
The Jingle Bell Run is not just about racing; it's about giving back! Proceeds from the event benefit the Who I Am Foundation, supporting essential programs for local foster care children, special needs individuals, and seniors. Every participant will receive a swag bag filled with goodies, and those who cross the finish line will be greeted with a beautiful Christmas ornament. Don’t forget to bring new pairs of pajamas to donate to local foster care initiatives. Experience a night of joy, community, and Christmas spirit, all while making a difference in the lives of others. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
The Jingle Bell Run is not just about racing; it's about giving back! Proceeds from the event benefit the Who I Am Foundation, supporting essential programs for local foster care children, special needs individuals, and seniors. Every participant will receive a swag bag filled with goodies, and those who cross the finish line will be greeted with a beautiful Christmas ornament. Don’t forget to bring new pairs of pajamas to donate to local foster care initiatives. Experience a night of joy, community, and Christmas spirit, all while making a difference in the lives of others. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
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! Kids will recieve a bag of goodies at the finish line! Cost for children's 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! Kids will recieve a bag of goodies at the finish line! Cost for children's 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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106 Butler Avenue, Avon Park, 33825, FL, United States
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