Jingle Bell Rockin' Run
Updated
Saturday, December 5, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Kings Mountain (605 W. Kings St.). Distances: 5K. Entry from $35; the 5K goes from $35 to $40 after December 4.
Course and race notes
Join us for the 26th Annual Jingle Bell Rockin' Run 5k Walk/Run!
We will offer a virtual option, but we are looking forward to gathering in person on the morning of December 6th for the 5K race.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 5
2026 · in 28 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$35
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Fri Dec 4 (in 27 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 5 (in 28 days)
Opened Jan 29, 2026
Race day in Kings Mountain
Weather
58° / 37°F
Typical high and low for December 5, with a 31% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Gastonia Muni Airport, NC (11.6 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:18 AM – 5:13 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
6 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- The Social House by Royal T cafe0.5 mi
- Papa John's quick bite0.5 mi
- 133 west restaurant0.6 mi
- McDonald's quick bite0.6 mi
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 4
Where to stay
3 within 3 mi3 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 3: Quality Inn
About 28 min walk1.4 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 3: Comfort Inn
About 29 min walk1.4 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 3 of 3: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kings Mountain - Shelby Area
About 5 min drive1.6 mi from the start
Check prices at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kings Mountain - Shelby Area →
Hotels on the map
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.