Name: Jingle Bell 5K
Start: 2026-12-19
End: 2026-12-19
Location: Punta Gorda

About the Event

Babcock Ranch is excited to announce our annual Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk. The course is 3.1 miles of scenic beauty around Babcock Ranch.

EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Wednesday & Thursday, Dec 17th and 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, Dec 19th, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

PICKUP LOCATION: Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office, 42891 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.

RACE DAY PARKING: Free ample parking is available near the starting area.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. at Babcock Ranch Founder's Square.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 to 7:45 a.m., cost is $40.00.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m.

SHIRTS: Shirts are available while supplies last. If your preferred size is no longer available, please select a different size or choose the NO SHIRT option. The size you select at registration is guaranteed if it is available at the time you register.

There will be post-race snacks and awards.

The race is chip-timed by Beach Bum Timing.

Bathrooms and Water Stations will be located at the start and finish areas. The water stop will also be at the halfway mark.

Awards:

Age group awards are based off-chip time.

There will be overall awards and finisher medals.

Actual Awards:

1st Place Overall Awards - Male & Female.

1st Place Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters - Male & Female

In-person awards to the top three M/F in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and 75-79, 80+ (1st and 2nd only)

Frequently asked questions:

Q: Is this a timed race?
A: Yes, the 5K is chip-timed by Beach Bum Timing.

Q: Is there a Untimed fun run?

A: Yes, the untimed fun run will start 5 minutes after timed 5K.

Q: What is the course surface like?
A: The course is paved roads and sidewalks.

Q: Are dogs allowed on the course?
A: You may run with your dog, but you assume ALL responsibility for your dog. Your pet must be leashed at all times and up to date on vaccinations. Please pick up after your pooch. Participants with dogs will start at the back of the race.

Q: Are strollers allowed on the course?
A: Yes. Participants with strollers must start at the back of the race.

Q: Is the course good for spectators?
A: Yes.

RACE CONTACT INFO:

If you have any questions about this race, please contact:

Liz Ogle - Race Director

Tel: 941.676.7191

Email: logle@ccmcnet.com

Races Offered

Jingle Bell 5K

Dec 19, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$30.00

Untimed Jingle Bell 5K

Dec 19, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$25.00

Weather History

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

thermostat Temperature

14.2° / 24.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

13.0° / 23.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 41m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.6 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.4)

humidity_mid Humidity

76.3%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:09

nightlight Sunset

18:37

About Punta Gorda

Learn more about the host city, Punta Gorda.

Punta Gorda is a city in Southwest Florida. After being devastated by a hurricane in 2004, the city has rebounded by building a new marina the Harborwalk, Linear Park and various trails throughout the city for bicycle and pedestrian traffic.

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Race Results

Official finishing times from previous editions of Jingle Bell 5K.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Jennifer Anderson	F	47	North Port, FL	—
🥈	Ellis Anderson	M	18	North Port, FL	—
🥉	Patrick Vasquez	M	58	Port Charlotte, FL	—
4	Danielle McCartney	F	28	Punta Gorda, FL	—
5	Joyce Albers	F	68	Cape Coral, FL	—
6	Chuck Mere	M	28	North Fort Myers, FL	—
7	Gary Marr	M	74	Cape Coral, FL	—

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Patrick Milano	M	31	Ithaca, NY	17:14.2
🥈	Erik Gibbs	M	29	Port Charlotte, FL	19:43.7
🥉	Bryan Meyer	M	40	Punta Gorda, FL	20:06.8
4	Kaleb Mellott	M	14	Arcadia, FL	20:20.8
5	Ryan Songer	M	31	Cape Coral, FL	21:09.8
6	Joey smith	M	30	—	21:51.5
7	John Davidson	M	55	Cape Coral, FL	22:20
8	Colleen Zathey	F	43	Punta Gorda, FL	22:40.3
9	Greg Kerns	M	47	Sanibel, FL	22:45.3
10	Luke Vidal	M	35	Cape Coral, FL	23:14.6
11	Rick Braun	M	45	Alva, FL	23:46.2
12	Tom Bonnau	M	52	Santa Clara, CA	23:58.1
13	Adam Giordano	M	13	Babcock Ranch, FL	24:01.7
14	Michael Garrett	M	51	Punta Gorda, FL	24:10.8
15	John Bates	M	71	Captiva, FL	24:13.6
16	Evan Mills	M	22	Perry, OH	24:23.6
17	O Fuentes	F	58	Cape Coral, FL	24:42.4
18	Travis Hart	M	42	Punta Gorda, FL	24:46.5
19	Kathleen Lawrence	F	36	North Fort Myers, FL	24:54.4
20	Loren Hoegler	F	20	Perry, OH	25:10.6
21	Larry Gardner	M	39	Arcadia, FL	25:14.5
22	G. Braun	F	12	AlvaAlva, FL	25:40
23	Joseph Byer	M	67	Fort Myers, FL	25:53.6
24	Dan Rams	M	45	Cape Coral, FL	26:33.4
25	Marcie Lariviere	F	43	Cape Coral, FL	26:37.9
26	Brian Ford	M	33	Punta Gorda, FL	26:39.8
27	Logan Wilson	M	14	Bonita Springs, FL	26:59.4
28	David Schultenover	M	60	Punta Gorda, FL	26:59.4
29	Roger Mercado	M	53	Punta Gorda, FL	27:08.2
30	Marti Stetter	F	63	North Port, FL	27:22.3
31	Jeremy McBride	M	50	Cape Coral, FL	27:52.3
32	Marci Manna	F	56	Punta Gorda, FL	27:59.3
33	Elizabeth Temkin	F	41	—	28:04.9
34	Ryan Foelske	M	35	Dekalb, IL	28:07.3
35	H. Ittenbach	M	7	Fort Myers, FL	28:11
36	Sydney Constantine	F	24	Alva, FL	28:11.7
37	Nicholas Goshorn	M	39	—	28:11.9
38	Matthew Palmateer	M	25	Alva, FL	28:12
39	Serena Ittenbach	F	38	Fort Myers, FL	28:13.9
40	Thomas Schofield	M	48	Fort Myers, FL	28:17.6
41	Roger TIMM	M	71	Sanibel, FL	29:04.6
42	Colin Churchill	M	60	Punta Gorda, FL	29:06
43	Jonathan Lawrence	M	36	North Fort Myers, FL	29:15.5
44	Kaiden Callier	M	19	Port Charlotte, FL	29:20.5
45	Laurie Moss	F	56	North Port, FL	29:23.7
46	Chris Ford	M	30	North Fort Myers, FL	29:48.3
47	C. Hardin	F	8	Punta Gorda, FL	29:51.1
48	C. Branning	M	9	North Fort Myers, FL	29:51.6
49	Emily Randall	F	25	North Port, FL	30:11.1
50	A. Hardin	F	8	Punta Gorda, FL	30:18.5

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Jingle Bell 5K

About the Event

Babcock Ranch is excited to announce our annual Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk. The course is 3.1 miles of scenic beauty around Babcock Ranch.

EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Wednesday & Thursday, Dec 17th and 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, Dec 19th, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

PICKUP LOCATION: Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office, 42891 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.

RACE DAY PARKING: Free ample parking is available near the starting area.RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. at Babcock Ranch Founder's Square. RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 to 7:45 a.m., cost is $40.00. RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m.

SHIRTS: Shirts are available while supplies last. If your preferred size is no longer available, please select a different size or choose the NO SHIRT option. The size you select at registration is guaranteed if it is available at the time you register.

There will be post-race snacks and awards.

The race is chip-timed by Beach Bum Timing.

Bathrooms and Water Stations will be located at the start and finish areas. The water stop will also be at the halfway mark.

Awards:

Age group awards are based off-chip time.

There will be overall awards and finisher medals.

Actual Awards:

1st Place Overall Awards - Male & Female.

1st Place Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters - Male & Female

In-person awards to the top three M/F in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and 75-79, 80+ (1st and 2nd only)

Frequently asked questions:

Q: Is this a timed race? A: Yes, the 5K is chip-timed by Beach Bum Timing.

Q: Is there a Untimed fun run?

A: Yes, the untimed fun run will start 5 minutes after timed 5K.

Q: What is the course surface like?A: The course is paved roads and sidewalks.

Q: Are dogs allowed on the course? A: You may run with your dog, but you assume ALL responsibility for your dog. Your pet must be leashed at all times and up to date on vaccinations. Please pick up after your pooch. Participants with dogs will start at the back of the race.

Q: Are strollers allowed on the course? A: Yes. Participants with strollers must start at the back of the race.

Q: Is the course good for spectators? A: Yes.

RACE CONTACT INFO:

If you have any questions about this race, please contact:

Liz Ogle - Race Director

Tel: 941.676.7191

Email: logle@ccmcnet.com

Races Offered

Jingle Bell 5K

Untimed Jingle Bell 5K

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RACE DAY PARKING: Free ample parking is available near the starting area.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. at Babcock Ranch Founder's Square.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:45 to 7:45 a.m., cost is $40.00.
RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m.

Q: Is this a timed race?
A: Yes, the 5K is chip-timed by Beach Bum Timing.

Q: What is the course surface like?
A: The course is paved roads and sidewalks.

Q: Are dogs allowed on the course?
A: You may run with your dog, but you assume ALL responsibility for your dog. Your pet must be leashed at all times and up to date on vaccinations. Please pick up after your pooch. Participants with dogs will start at the back of the race.

Q: Are strollers allowed on the course?
A: Yes. Participants with strollers must start at the back of the race.

Q: Is the course good for spectators?
A: Yes.