Get ready for another jingling good time with your friends and family! This year's race is full of new and exciting additions...including cash prizes for the top three finishers, door prizes from local retailers, best dressed awards & SANTA CLAUSE ("I know him!")

Mark your calendars and plan to join us for the third annual Pell City Rotary Club Jingle Bell Run on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Pell City's picturesque Lakeside Park. This year we will have both a 5K & 10K race along with a 1-mile Fun Run! Both the 5K and 10K courses are now certified (Course Number AL25014JE).

More exciting news this yearwere all about team spirit! Were encouraging groups to sign up together for extra fun and camaraderie. And heres the best part: the team with the most registered participants will receive a donation to their organization or a charity of their choice! Grab your friends, family, or co-workers, and lets make this event even more awesome!

Fees include a race t-shirt and swag bag. Registrants must submit all registration info by November 30th in order to guarantee a t-shirt size and swag bag.

Don't forget to wear your favorite holiday costume and spread good cheer for great causes! This year we'll be supporting 4 incredible, local charities: The St. Clair County Sheriff's Boys Ranch, ARC of St. Clair County, Wellhouse Ministries & Ann's New Life.

CASH AWARDS:

5K - 1st place male / female = $300; 2nd place male / female $200; 3rd place male / female = $100

10K - 1st place male / female = $400; 2nd place male / female $300; 3rd place male / female = $200

MEDAL AWARDS: 5K / 10K - Top 3 male and female contestants in age groups 0-9; 10-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; & 70+

RACE DAY AGENDA: Saturday, December 13, 2025

7:00-7:45am - Registration and Packet Pickup
8:00am - Opening ceremony and Start of 5K &10K Races
10:00am - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk begins
10:15am - Awards Ceremony

POST RACE: Light refreshments and drinks will be available. Awards will be presented following the race. Come by and see Santa Claus from 8AM - 10:00AM!

PETS AT THE RACE: Bringing your furry friend along? Awesome! Just be sure to follow the Pell City Animal Ordinance and Lakeside Park Rules. All pets must stay on a leash, and dont forget to clean up after them. Remember, youre in charge of your pets actions, so lets keep things fun and safe for everyone!

STROLLERS AT THE RACE: The course includes a mix of asphalt running paths, roadways, grass, and a wooden bridge, which might not be ideal for pushing a stroller. If you're participating with a stroller or children, we kindly ask that you keep your children with you at all times and start from the back of the starting line. This will help ensure a safer and more enjoyable race experience for everyone involved.

BIB NUMBER TRANSFER AND CANCELLATION POLICY: Registration fees are non-refundable, and unfortunately, transfers to another person are not permitted. Thank you for understanding.

NOTE: This event will take place rain or shine, whether it's warm or cold! In the unlikely case of extreme weather, we may need to cancel, but rest assured, your entry fee will be put to good use as a donation to The St. Clair County Sheriff's Boys Ranch, ARC of St. Clair County, Wellhouse Ministries & Ann's New Life.