Event Information

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. 

Online registration closes on Wednesday, December 11 at Noon (12:00 p.m. CST).

To Register: 

  • Through Wednesday 12/11 at 11:59 a.m. register through the website.
  • On Friday 12/13, you can register at our Packet Pick-up from 12:00 - 7:00 p.m. (Road Runner Sports: 1435 North Kingsbury Street, Chicago).
  • On Saturday 12/14, you can register at our event from 7:30 - 8:45 a.m. (Chicago History Museum: 1601 North Clark Street, Chicago).

Event Location

Chicago History Museum
1601 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614

Route Map
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Event Schedule

• 7:30 a.m. - Event Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up Opens
• 8:30 a.m. - Kids Fun Run/Santa Chase Begins
• 8:45 a.m. - Registration Closes
• 9:00 a.m. - 5K and 1 Mile Walk Begins
• 10:30 a.m. - Post-Race Awards Ceremony  

Packet Pick-up

Friday, December 13, 2019 from 12:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Road Runner
1435 North Kingsbury Street
Chicago, IL 60642

Jingle Bell Run Pricing

5k - Includes shirt, timing chip and jingle bells.
$35 / thru August 31 / Price increases September 1
$40 / September 1 - October 31 / Price increases November 1
$45 / November 1 - December 11 (online registration closes at noon on12/11)
$50 / On-site Day of Event

5k Untimed - Includes shirt and jingle bells.
$30 / thru August 31 / Price increases September 1
$35 / September 1 - October 31 / Price increases November 1
$40 / November 1 - December 11 (online registration closes at noon on 12/11)
$45 / On-site Day of Event

1 mile - Includes shirt and jingle bells.
$30 / thru August 31 / Price increases September 1
$35 / September 1 - October 31 / Price increases November 1
$40 / November 1 - December 11 (online registration closes at noon on 12/11)
$45 / On-site Day of Event

Kids Dash - Reduced rate for ages 6 & under - 50 yard dash chasing Santa. Includes shirt, finisher ribbon, goody bag, and jingle bells. Does not include a timing chip. Price increases Nov. 1.
$15 / thru October 31 / Price increases November 1
$20 / November 1 - December 11  (online registration closes at noon on 12/11)
$25 / On-site Day of Event

Jingle in Your Jammies - 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!
$30 / thru December 14 (day of event)

Frequently Asked Questions

For more information about the event including medals, shirts, and more please visit our FAQ page.

For more help or information about the 2019 Jingle Bell Run - Chicago, IL contact Emily Opperman at [email protected] or call 312-690-9834 .