2026 Jingle Bell Run Indiana

About the Event

The 2025 Jingle Bell Run Indiana takes place in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States on December 6th. This annual event is the original festive race for charity hosted by the Arthritis Foundation and invites runners of all abilities to jingle their way toward a cure.
Race day promises a unique setting with clear skies expected over Indianapolis during mid-winter months, providing optimal conditions for participants. The crisp air of early December sets an invigorating tone as runners take to the streets alongside cheering community members who come out in holiday spirits. This 5K run has been part of Indianapolis's winter tradition since its inception and continues to be a cornerstone event in the city’s sports calendar, marking four decades of impactful charity work.
The course is known for its firm yet slightly soft terrain that ensures a smooth but challenging experience as runners navigate through downtown streets lined with holiday decorations. Starting at the NCAA Hall of Champions, participants will enjoy a route that includes several turns and intersections where volunteers distribute water and snacks from aid stations stationed along the way. The 10K timed race offers an additional challenge for those aiming to push their pace while maintaining community support.
In terms of weather conditions, December in Indianapolis typically presents temperatures ranging between -1.5°C and 5.9°C with a feel-like temperature around -1.2°C due to wind chill. Runners are advised to prepare accordingly by layering up as the day progresses, considering that average humidity levels remain at about 76.4% which can make it feel even colder. Snowfall is minimal but possible, so runners might encounter some slippery patches on their route.

1-Mile & Doggie Dash
1 Miles • Start: 07:00:00

10K Timed
10K • Start: 07:00:00

5K Timed
5K • Start: 07:00:00

5K Untimed
5K • Start: 07:00:00

Kids Run
Start: 07:00:00

Virtual Jingler
Start: 07:00:00

Registration for this year’s Jingle Bell Run can be done through https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Indianapolis/JingleBellRunIndy with early bird registration available until a week before the event. Fees are $25 per participant, and you must sign up by November 30th to secure your spot.
Bibs will be distributed on-site starting at 8:30 AM at the NCAA Hall of Champions, where volunteers will assist participants in finding their correct bib number and ensuring they have all necessary race-day items. The event welcomes runners aged 16 years or older; however, younger participants are encouraged to join as part of a family team.
First-time registrants can take advantage of our referral program, offering free entries for the following year if you bring in four new participants who also register. Join us this December and be part of making strides towards a brighter future while spreading joy through your participation!
The 2025 Jingle Bell Run Indiana on December 6th is an event that matters because it unites communities around the common goal of overcoming arthritis, one jingly step at a time.

Races Offered

Virtual Jingler

Dec 05, 2026

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06:30

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$45.00

1-Mile & Doggie Dash

Dec 05, 2026

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Distance — 1 Miles

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08:00

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$45.00

10K Timed

Dec 05, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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08:00

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$55.00

5K Timed

Dec 05, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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08:00

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$50.00

Kids Run

Dec 05, 2026

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Distance — Kids Run

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08:00

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$30.00

5K Untimed

Dec 05, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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08:30

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$45.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Fishers.

thermostat Temperature

-1.5° / 5.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

-6.1° / 2.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

4h 47m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.6 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.2 cm

air Avg wind speed

12.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

76.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:57

nightlight Sunset

18:22

About Fishers

Learn more about the host city, Fishers.

Indianapolis is the capital of Indiana and also the state’s largest city. Efforts to beautify and modernize the city have brought Indianapolis into the 21st century as a world-class destination for everything from business meetings and trade conventions to backpackers making their way across the States.