The Christmas Carol Classic - 5K Jingle Bell Run & 1-Mile Holiday Stroll

  • Date Sat 12th December 2026
  • Time 8:00AM CST
  • Location Cullman, Alabama
  • Price $15.00 - $25.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at the Christmas Carol Classic on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in the charming town of Cullman! This festive event features a spirited 5K Jingle Bell Run and a delightful 1-Mile Holiday Stroll, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Participants will enjoy a picturesque race route that weaves through Cullman’s historic downtown, showcasing the vibrant sights and sounds of the Christkindlmarket.

Don’t forget to wear your festive holiday attire and bring your leashed furry friends along for the fun! With jingle bells accompanying every race bib and Christmas carols filling the air, this event is sure to put everyone in the holiday spirit. After crossing the finish line, participants can savor delicious post-race treats like coffee, hot chocolate, and Christmas cookies while celebrating with friends and family. Awards will be presented to overall winners and age group champions, so don’t miss out on the chance to make this joyful race an annual tradition! Join us for a day of community, celebration, and giving back, as proceeds will benefit local nonprofits and Grace missions.

Organiser's Description

Take part in Grace Episcopals Christmas Carol Classic with a 5K JINGLE BELL RUN and 1-MILE HOLIDAY STROLL in historic downtown Cullman, and make this cheeriest of races an annual holiday tradition! The event coincides with Cullmans Christkindlmarket and the race route will take in some of the festivals sites and sounds as it journeys past Festhalle Marketplatz, through Cullmans scenic warehouse shopping district, and the beautiful neighborhoods and townscapes surrounding the Church.

Jingle bells will accompany race bibs. Holiday attire is encouraged. Well-behaved leashed pets are welcome. (Be sure to bring your furry family members back for our annual community-wide Blessing of the Animals in celebration of the Feast of St. Francis the first week in October.)

Water and Christmas carols will be supplied along the race route. Post-race goodies include coffee, hot chocolate, Christmas cookies and standard race recovery fare.

Overall and age group awards will be given following the fun run finish at approximately 9:30 am.

Participants are invited to tour the Grace Episcopal Sanctuary and Parrish Hall, Carriage House and historic Arnold House. The Church is located 2 blocks from Christkindlmarket, which will be open following race day activities.

Proceeds will benefit community nonprofits and other Grace missions.

Races

  • 5K Jingle Bell Run

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 12th December 2026 (8:00AM CST)

    $25.00

  • 1-Mile Holiday Stroll

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM CST)

    $15.00

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Location

305 Arnold Street, NE, Cullman, 35055, AL, United States

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