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 Thursday, December 5 at noon (12:00 p.m. CST).

To Register:

  • Through Thursday 12/05 at 11:59 a.m. - register through the website.
  • On Friday 12/06, you can register at our Packet Pick-up from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. (Running Central: 311 SW Water Street, Floor 1, Peoria, IL 61602).
  • On Saturday 12/07, you can register at our event from 7:30 – 8:45 a.m. (RiverPlex: 600 Northeast Water Street, Peoria, IL 61603).

Event Location

Riverplex Recreation and Wellness Center
600 Northeast Water Street
Peoria, IL 61603

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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 6 from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Running Central
311 Southwest Water Street, Floor 1
Peoria, IL 61602

Jingle Bell Run Pricing

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

5k Untimed - Includes shirt and jingle bells.
$25 / thru August 31 / Price increases September 1
$30 / September 1 - October 31 / Price increases November 1
$35 / November 1 - December 5 (online registration closes at noon)
$40 / On-site Day of Event

1 mile - Includes shirt and jingle bells.
$25 / thru August 31 / Price increases September 1
$30 / September 1 - October 31 / Price increases November 1
$35 / November 1 - December 5 (online registration closes at noon)
$40 / 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.
$15 / thru October 31 / Price increases November 1
$20 / November 1 - December 5 (online registration closes at noon)
$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 7 (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 - Peoria, IL contact Emily Opperman at [email protected] or call 360-690-9834.