It’s that time again! Come out to Eugene on Sunday, December 21st at the annual Jingle Bells Run, a production of Eclectic Edge Racing! This is such a delightful way to kick-off the holiday season and its great fun for the whole family. Do you know the only thing better than a holiday run? A holiday run that starts at noon! And that is exactly the joy you get at the Jingle Bells Run.
The Kids Rudolph Run is at 11:45am, followed by the 15K starting at noon with the 5K at 12:15.
The 5K and 15K courses both start in Maurie Jacobs Park and head south on a bike path along the Willamette River. The 5K course loops back at Skinner Butte Park, while the 15K continues a little farther before crossing the river over the Peter DalFazio Bridge. From there, you’ll stay on the bike path as you head back north for a second river crossing over the Owosso Bike Bridge, before returning to Maurie Jacobs Park for the finish line festivities. It’s a prime Eugene running course.
Now the festivities are all throughout this race. First off, costumes are strongly encouraged. Second, along the course participants will be picking up giant candy canes for points toward a prize at the finish. And third, the party will include the one and only Santa Claus. Get your jingle on and your wish list ready.
The entry fee includes post-race refreshments, age-group awards, and other prizes you will have to attend to learn about. And a jolly St. Nick will be available for photos with those Rudolph finishers.
