Jingle Trails presented by Merrell
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 8:30AM CST
- Location San Antonio, Texas
- Price $38.10 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit with the Jingle Trails Challenge on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in the scenic McAllister Park, San Antonio, Bexar. This unique trail running event offers two exciting race distances: the challenging 10K Blue Loop and the festive 5K Red Trail Dash. Participants will navigate through a rugged course filled with dirt, roots, and gravel, making it a true test of trail running skills.
As you dash through the vibrant park, expect to be surrounded by holiday cheer, from festive attire to spirited fellow runners. Both races will culminate in a lively finish line celebration, where participants can enjoy a cozy atmosphere and the chance to win delightful prizes, including delicious pies from local bakers. Don’t forget to dress in your most festive gear—ugly sweaters, reindeer antlers, and Santa hats are highly encouraged! Join us for a day filled with grit, joy, and holiday magic at the Jingle Trails Challenge!
As you dash through the vibrant park, expect to be surrounded by holiday cheer, from festive attire to spirited fellow runners. Both races will culminate in a lively finish line celebration, where participants can enjoy a cozy atmosphere and the chance to win delightful prizes, including delicious pies from local bakers. Don’t forget to dress in your most festive gear—ugly sweaters, reindeer antlers, and Santa hats are highly encouraged! Join us for a day filled with grit, joy, and holiday magic at the Jingle Trails Challenge!
Organiser's Description
JINGLE TRAILS CHALLENGE
_Trail running with a holiday twist_
Step off the pavement and into the holiday spirit! The Jingle Trails Challenge takes you through the winding paths of McAllister Park in central San Antonio. Expect dirt, roots, rocks, and gravel this isnt your average road race. Its a true trail run, sprinkled with holiday cheer and a cozy finish waiting for you at the end.
CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE
_10K Blue Loop Challenge_
Test your trail legs on the Blue Loop! Due to current construction, expect a slightly longer course with a short detour.
_5K Red Trail Dash_
A festive (and rugged) journey through McAllisters Red Trail.
sparkles Both races overlap on the way back, making the finish line a high-energy holiday reunion!
Race Week Schedule
Packet Pickup
iRun Bitters 2602 NW Loop 1604 Thursday, Dec. 11 | 10:00 AM 7:00 PM
Race Day Saturday, Dec. 13
Optimist Pavilion, McAllister Park 7:30 8:15 AM | Packet Pickup
8:30 AM | 5K & 10K Start
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
The speedy and lucky winners this year will get an amazing pie from one of our favorite trail runners and baker, Piecaramba! https://www.instagram.com/piecaramba.tx/
Overall Awards: 1st, 2nd (Male & Female) in each distance
Masters Awards: 1st, 2nd (Male & Female) in each distance
All Finishers: Finisher's medal & beanie
(Note: No age group awards)
DRESS FESTIVE
Ugly sweater? Reindeer antlers? Santa hat? Bring it on. The more jingles, the better. This is where holiday cheer meets trail grit.
LOCATION
Optimist Pavilion McAllister Park
13102 Jones Maltsberger Rd
San Antonio, TX 78247
_Please note that the majority of the course is technical terrain and is not stroller or dog friendly._
_Trail running with a holiday twist_
Step off the pavement and into the holiday spirit! The Jingle Trails Challenge takes you through the winding paths of McAllister Park in central San Antonio. Expect dirt, roots, rocks, and gravel this isnt your average road race. Its a true trail run, sprinkled with holiday cheer and a cozy finish waiting for you at the end.
CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE
_10K Blue Loop Challenge_
Test your trail legs on the Blue Loop! Due to current construction, expect a slightly longer course with a short detour.
_5K Red Trail Dash_
A festive (and rugged) journey through McAllisters Red Trail.
sparkles Both races overlap on the way back, making the finish line a high-energy holiday reunion!
Race Week Schedule
Packet Pickup
iRun Bitters 2602 NW Loop 1604 Thursday, Dec. 11 | 10:00 AM 7:00 PM
Race Day Saturday, Dec. 13
Optimist Pavilion, McAllister Park 7:30 8:15 AM | Packet Pickup
8:30 AM | 5K & 10K Start
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
The speedy and lucky winners this year will get an amazing pie from one of our favorite trail runners and baker, Piecaramba! https://www.instagram.com/piecaramba.tx/
Overall Awards: 1st, 2nd (Male & Female) in each distance
Masters Awards: 1st, 2nd (Male & Female) in each distance
All Finishers: Finisher's medal & beanie
(Note: No age group awards)
DRESS FESTIVE
Ugly sweater? Reindeer antlers? Santa hat? Bring it on. The more jingles, the better. This is where holiday cheer meets trail grit.
LOCATION
Optimist Pavilion McAllister Park
13102 Jones Maltsberger Rd
San Antonio, TX 78247
_Please note that the majority of the course is technical terrain and is not stroller or dog friendly._
Races
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Jingle Trails 10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Jingle Trails Beanie
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:30AM CST)
$48.70
This is a chip-timed 10k through McAllister's blue trail loop. The trail has technical areas: strollers and joggers are not recommended. You will be running on dirt, rocks, roots, single track areas. Please watch your footing. Please note: there is construction on the blue loop. This will result in the course being slightly modified and running long. Estimated distance is 6.5 miles vs 6.2 miles so YAY! You get a little extra distance for free! -
Jingle Trails 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Jingle Trails Beanie
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:30AM CST)
$38.10
This is a chip-timed 5k through McAllister Park. The trail has technical areas: strollers, joggers, and dogs are not recommended. You will be running on dirt, rocks, roots, single track areas. Please watch your footing.
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13102 Jones Maltsberger Road, Optimist Pavilion, San Antonio, 78247, TX, United States
Jingle Trails presented by Merrell
