Atlanta Jingle Bell Jog
Updated
Sunday, December 20, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Atlanta (Piedmont Park, Charles Allen entrance off of 10th Street). Distances: 5K. Entry from $45; the 5K goes from $45 to $50 after December 19.
Course and race notes
The Atlanta Jingle Bell Jog 5K is an annual running event that champions all things associated with the festive winter holidays Jingle Bells, Santa, Mistletoe, Reindeer, Elves!
Most events give out a shirt with your entry; not this event! All participants will receive a Santa Suit costume!
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Sunday, December 20
2026 · in 43 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Location
Piedmont Park, Charles Allen entrance off of 10th Street
Atlanta, GA 30306
Area: Atlanta & Decatur, Atlanta
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$45
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Sat Dec 19 (in 42 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sun Dec 20 (in 43 days)
Opened May 14, 2026
Race day in Atlanta
Weather
53° / 35°F
Typical high and low for December 20, with a 37% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Atlanta Peachtree Airport, GA (6.7 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:37 AM – 5:31 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Sunday.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Sat Dec 19
Where to stay
See all places to stay near Atlanta, GA ↗
Prices checked November 4, 2026 and can change. Confirm on the booking site before you book. We may earn a commission at no cost to you.
Trip cost
Add what you'll actually pay. It stays in this browser.
Total $0
Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.