Jingle Bell Run Chicago 2026

The Arthritis Foundation’s original Jingle Bell Run is a fun way to get decked out and be festive, while racing to raise funds and awareness to cure America’s #1 cause of disability.
Event Location
Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60614
Event Schedule
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Event details are being finalized.
Jingle Bell Run Pricing
All participants will receive a shirt, jingle bells and a medal.
5K Timed – Includes chipped bib.
$40 - Until Aug. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$45 - Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$50 - Nov. 1 to Dec. 11 at 11:59 p.m.
$55 - Dec. 12 (day of event)
5K Untimed
$35 - Until Aug. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$40 - Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$45 - Nov. 1 to Dec. 11 at 11:59 p.m.
$50 - Dec. 12 (day of event)
1 Mile
$35 - Until Aug. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$40 - Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$45 - Nov. 1 to Dec. 11 at 11:59 p.m.
$50 - Dec. 12 (day of event)
Kids Run
$25 - Until Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$30 - Nov. 1 to Dec. 11 at 11:59 p.m.
$35 - Dec. 12 (day of event)
Virtual Jingler - Can’t attend the event, but still want to be part of the fun? Choose this option to receive a shirt and fundraise for a cure!
$45 - Until Dec. 31.
Registration fees and donations cannot be refunded. Your fundraising dollars are put to work immediately and enable the Arthritis Foundation to continue critical programs and services in our community.
Packet Pickup
Location, date and time coming soon.
Event Day Details
Parking Information
Strollers Welcome
Course Information
Award Categories & Top Finisher Information