Chesapeake Rotary Holly Jolly Jog Race and Fun Run presented by the Ymca of South Hampton Roads
Updated
Saturday, December 5, 2026, first start 5:30 PM, in Chesapeake (173 Mount Pleasant Rd). Distances: 1 mile. Entry from $30.
Course and race notes
Ever wanted to race your friends, family and neighbors down Battlefield Blvd?
Well, the Holly Jolly Jog is back for a 3rd year! A family-friendly, 1 mile fun run and race before the Chesapeake Rotary Christmas Parade will give you the chance to do exactly that.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 5
2026 · in 28 days
Start time
5:30 PM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile
Price
$30
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 5 (in 28 days)
Opened Aug 26, 2026
Race day in Chesapeake
Weather
60° / 39°F
Typical high and low for December 5.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Fentress Naas, VA (5.6 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:02 AM – 4:49 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday. The 5:30 PM start is after sunset, so bring a light and something reflective.
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
28 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest under 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- The Grill restaurant0.1 mi
- RoJo Coffee Co. cafe0.1 mi
- McDonald's quick bite0.2 mi
- Chanello's Pizza restaurant0.2 mi
32 places to eat within 0.6 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
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.