TCTC Jingle Bell Run
- Date Sun 21st December 2025
- Time 5:30PM EST
- Location Traverse City, Michigan
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to jingle all the way at the TCTC Jingle Bell Run on Sunday, December 21, 2025, in beautiful Traverse City, Grand Traverse! This festive nighttime holiday run offers a delightful 5K course through the charming streets adorned with sparkling holiday lights and decorations. Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to don their most festive holiday costumes as they join the community in this fun-filled, family-friendly event.
Starting at 5:30 PM, participants will enjoy a non-timed 5K run or walk, making it accessible for everyone. The excitement doesn’t end with the run; after crossing the finish line, participants can indulge in complimentary cookies and hot cocoa while soaking up the holiday cheer and socializing with fellow runners. With an expected turnout of over 500 participants, the Jingle Bell Run is the perfect way to celebrate the season, reconnect with family and friends, and embrace the winter vibe in downtown Traverse City. Don’t miss out on this joyous occasion—mark your calendars and come join the fun!
Starting at 5:30 PM, participants will enjoy a non-timed 5K run or walk, making it accessible for everyone. The excitement doesn’t end with the run; after crossing the finish line, participants can indulge in complimentary cookies and hot cocoa while soaking up the holiday cheer and socializing with fellow runners. With an expected turnout of over 500 participants, the Jingle Bell Run is the perfect way to celebrate the season, reconnect with family and friends, and embrace the winter vibe in downtown Traverse City. Don’t miss out on this joyous occasion—mark your calendars and come join the fun!
Organiser's Description
TRAVERSE CITY TRACK CLUBS JINGLE BELL RUN: 5:30PM - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2025
The Jingle Bell Run is a nighttime holiday run that tours favorite neighborhood streets bordering downtown Traverse City that are adorned in holiday lights and decorations. The event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities donned in festive holiday costumes. It is a fun and festive, family-friendly event.
The Jingle Bell Run is a non-timed 5k run/walk, followed by complimentary cookies and hot cocoa, holiday cheer, and social time. The event, free to current TCTC members, is a reunion to welcome family and friends over the holiday season and enjoy the downtown Traverse City running scene in the winter season. The Jingle Bell Run typically averages over 500 participants!
* PACKET PICKUP BEGINS AT 4:30 P.M. (Park Place Hotel [https://maps.app.goo.gl/L13Xcr8t5Lg7YFrC6])
* RUN BEGINS AT 5:30 P.M. (Park Place Hotel [https://maps.app.goo.gl/L13Xcr8t5Lg7YFrC6])
DISTANCE: 5K
COURSE: Neighborhood streets adjacent to downtown Traverse City. Not timed.
FEE: Free to 2025 TCTC members (must become a member or renew your membership by October 31, 2025)
SPECIAL DETAILS:
* Wear your favorite holiday attire, including lights!
* Complimentary hot chocolate and cookies after the run thanks to the Traverse City Track Club!
* A cash bar will be available for purchase at the Park Place Hotel after the run.
* Don't forget to upload your selfies, costumes, and other pictures on our PHOTO PAGE! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/MI/TraverseCity/2014JingleBellRun]
* Registrants will have the opportunity to donate during registration to the Traverse City Track Club, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and support programming.
The Jingle Bell Run is a nighttime holiday run that tours favorite neighborhood streets bordering downtown Traverse City that are adorned in holiday lights and decorations. The event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities donned in festive holiday costumes. It is a fun and festive, family-friendly event.
The Jingle Bell Run is a non-timed 5k run/walk, followed by complimentary cookies and hot cocoa, holiday cheer, and social time. The event, free to current TCTC members, is a reunion to welcome family and friends over the holiday season and enjoy the downtown Traverse City running scene in the winter season. The Jingle Bell Run typically averages over 500 participants!
* PACKET PICKUP BEGINS AT 4:30 P.M. (Park Place Hotel [https://maps.app.goo.gl/L13Xcr8t5Lg7YFrC6])
* RUN BEGINS AT 5:30 P.M. (Park Place Hotel [https://maps.app.goo.gl/L13Xcr8t5Lg7YFrC6])
DISTANCE: 5K
COURSE: Neighborhood streets adjacent to downtown Traverse City. Not timed.
FEE: Free to 2025 TCTC members (must become a member or renew your membership by October 31, 2025)
SPECIAL DETAILS:
* Wear your favorite holiday attire, including lights!
* Complimentary hot chocolate and cookies after the run thanks to the Traverse City Track Club!
* A cash bar will be available for purchase at the Park Place Hotel after the run.
* Don't forget to upload your selfies, costumes, and other pictures on our PHOTO PAGE! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/MI/TraverseCity/2014JingleBellRun]
* Registrants will have the opportunity to donate during registration to the Traverse City Track Club, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and support programming.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sun 21st December 2025 (5:30PM EST)
$22.20
OPENS 31 OCTRun or walk this event with friends and family, dress in holiday attire, eat some cookies and drink hot cocoa, share photos, and and enjoy quality time together.
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