TCTC Jingle Bell Run

Traverse City Track Club’s Jingle Bell Run:  5:30pm - Sunday, December 20, 2026 The Jingle Bell Run is a nighttime holiday run that tours favorite neighborhood streets bordering downtown Traverse City that are adorned in holiday lights and decorations. The event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities donned in festive holiday costumes. It is a fun and festive, family-friendly event. The Jingle Bell Run is a non-timed 5k run/walk, followed by complimentary cookies and hot cocoa, holiday cheer, and social time. The event, free to current TCTC members, is a reunion to welcome family and friends over the holiday season and enjoy the downtown Traverse City running scene in the winter season. The Jingle Bell Run typically averages over 600 participants! Schedule for Sunday, December 21st: Packet pickup begins at 4:30 p.m. (Park Place Hotel)Run begins at 5:30 p.m. (Park Place Hotel) Distance:  5K Course:  Neighborhood streets adjacent to downtown Traverse City.  Not timed.  Fe