Jingle Bell Run - Atlanta, GA
Updated
Saturday, December 12, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Dunwoody (4770 N. Peachtree Rd). Distances: 1 mile, 5K. Entry from $30 to $50; the 5K goes from $50 to $55 after December 11.
Course and race notes
Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation.
Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a cure! Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 12
2026 · in 35 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile5K
Price
$30 to $50
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Fri Dec 11 (in 34 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 12 (in 35 days)
Opened Jul 17, 2026
Race day in Dunwoody
Weather
55° / 36°F
Typical high and low for December 12, with a 35% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Atlanta Peachtree Airport, GA (4.2 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:32 AM – 5:29 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
- Lot 60.5 mi
- Lot 80.6 mi
- Lot 90.6 mi
17 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Nearest public restroom: under 0.1 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 11
Where to stay
12 within 3 mi49 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: Holiday Inn Express & Suites
About 5 min drive1.6 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: DoubleTree
About 5 min drive1.7 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 3 of 5: Residence Inn Atlanta Perimeter Center/Dunwoody
About 7 min drive2.4 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Dunwoody
About 7 min drive2.4 mi from the start
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Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: TownePlace Suites Atlanta Norcross/Peachtree Corners
About 8 min drive2.6 mi from the start
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