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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. 

Event Location

The Mariners' Museum and Park (across the street from Warwick High School)
51 Copeland Lane, Newport News, VA 23601.

Main Parking is in the Warwick High School parking lot (51 Copeland Lane, Newport News, VA). Event will start and end across the street from Warwick High School in the grassy area across the street (corner of Copleand Lane & Warwick Blvd).

Event Schedule

Saturday, December 9, 2023

  • 8:30 am – Onsite Check-In and Registration.  See early packet pickup info below to avoid the line on event day.
    • DJ by Music Makes You Happy
    • Face Painting & Kids’ Activities
    • Visit from Santa
    • Photo Booth
    • Vendors and Sponsor Booths, Arthritis Foundation Information & Resources and more!
  • 9:00 am – Kids’ Reindeer Dash (1 mile)
  • 9:45 a.m. - Opening Ceremony & Warm Up
  • 10:00 a.m. – Jingle Bell Run 5K Race Begins (Runners will line up first, participants who wish to walk will line up behind the runners)
  • 11:00 a.m. - Awards Ceremony
    • Top Overall and Age Group Finisher Awards for timed 5K
  • 11:30 a.m. - Thank You for Jingling With Us!
Any individual that raises $250 or more online by event day will receive a fun and festive pair of socks!

Jingle Bell Run Pricing

Be sure to register early for the best price. Must register by November 10 to be guaranteed your official long sleeve Jingle Bell Run race t-shirt.

5K Timed – Includes shirt and jingle bells.

$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. 8 at 11:59 p.m.
$50 - Dec. 9 (day of event)

5K Untimed – Includes shirt and jingle bells.

$30 - Until Aug. 31 at 11:59 p.m. 
$35 - Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$40 - Nov. 1 to Dec. 8 at 11:59 p.m.
$45 - Dec. 9 (day of event)

Kids Reindeer Dash – Reduced rate for ages 12 & under. Includes shirt and jingle bells.

$25 - Until Aug. 31 at 11:59 p.m. 
$30 - Sept. 1 to Dec. 9 (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!

$25 - Until Aug. 31 at 11:59 p.m.
$30 - Sept. 1 to Dec. 9 (day of event)

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.

Pre-Event Early Packet Pickup

Join us at our packet pick-up location to get your Jingle Bell Run shirt, race bib and jingle bells and avoid the line on race day!

Point 2 Running Company
12080 Jefferson Ave, Ste. 910
Newport News, VA 23606

Thursday, December 7th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Event Day Details

  • Location Details: The festivities and the race start/finish will take place in the grass area of Warwick Lot at The Mariners’ Museum and Park (across from Warwick High School)
  • Course Map: View course map here. Event is rain or shine!
  • Parking Information: Parking will be available at Warwick High School off of Copeland Lane at the Warwick High School entrance. Address: 51 Copeland Lane, Newport News, VA 23601. View parking map here.
  • Festivities begin at 9am! Music by Music Makes You Happy, Visit with Santa, Photo Booth, Contests, Kids’ Activities, Kids’ Reindeer Dash, Hot Cocoa, and more!
  • Dogs Welcome: Bring your furry friends! Dogs are welcomed on the route. All dogs must be on a leash.
  • Strollers Welcome: Strollers are welcomed on the course but please remain behind all timed runners towards the back of the start line.
  • Award Categories & Top Finisher Info: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place male and female medals in each age group: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+
    • All finishers will receive a commemorative 2023 Jingle Bell Run Finishers medal

Offline Donations

Checks or Money Orders can be mailed to:
Arthritis Foundation, Inc.
Attn: 2023 Jingle Bell Run - Newport News, VA
C/o: {Participant Name or Team Name}
1355 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 600
Atlanta, GA 30309

Please include the Fundraising Donation Submission Form with all mailed in donations.

For more help or information about this year's Jingle Bell Run Newport News, VA, contact Melissa Roof at [email protected] or call 757-932-6728.