Jingle Bell Jaunt Fun Run

Deck the streets and lace up your running shoes — the Chi Sigma Club of Mt. Gilead invites you to our 6th Annual Jingle Bell Jaunt Fun Run on Saturday, December 5, 2026! This festive fun run kicks off Christmas on the Square, so come start the holiday season off right before the celebration begins.

Pull out your favorite holiday gear, jingle bells, and festive flair for this merry morning run through Mt. Gilead. Whether you're racing for time or strolling in your ugly Christmas sweater, this fun run brings the whole community together for a great cause — and leads right into a full day of Christmas on the Square festivities.

Event Highlights:

• Festive fun run open to all ages and fitness levels

• Official kickoff to Christmas on the Square

• Prizes for best holiday costume

• Post-race treats

• Christmas swag for participants

• 100% of proceeds benefit the Shop with a Cop Program

The Chi Sigma Club of Mt. Gilead is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and every dollar raised goes directly toward helping local children shop for the holidays alongside law enforcement officers & volunteers through Shop with a Cop.

Come jingle all the way, kick off the holiday season, and help make this the best Jaunt yet — for a cause that puts smiles on kids' faces this Christmas! 🎄🔔

1.5 Mile Course Rate: $25

5k Course Rate: $35 (Timed Event)

T-shirts will not be guaranteed by race day if you register after Nov. 29

Course: Both races will be on the same course around Mt. Gilead. 1 loop = 1.5 miles, 2 loops =3.1 miles. https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6648430785

Event Timing: Timing provided by Junction 311.

Awards:

• 5k First Place Overall - Male

• 5k First Place Overall - Female

• 5k Age Categories: 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (Overall winners not included in age category awards)

• Best Costume

Packet Pick-Up: More details to follow

Bathrooms: Porta Johns will be available on N. Main St.

Parking: Parking will be available at First United Methodist Church (100 N. Main St Mt. Gilead NC, 27306). Pre-race meet up is on the front church yard between & corner of N. Main St & E. Allenton St.

Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Community event in Mount Gilead, Avery County, NC 27306.