Jolly Jingle 5K

Jolly Jingle 5K takes place in Harrisburg, Illinois, on November 21, 2026, with a 5K run/walk starting at 9:00 a.m. The single-distance format welcomes runners and walkers together on the same 3.1-mile course, with the holiday theme setting the tone for a festive Saturday-morning outing at the end of November.

A 5K run/walk like this suits nearly everyone: newer runners can use it as a first finish line, walkers can enjoy it at a conversational pace, and experienced runners can go for a fast time to close out the season. If you plan to race it, four to six weeks of regular running with one session of short intervals each week will sharpen your legs. If you plan to walk or run-walk, focus on getting out three times a week so 3.1 miles feels routine by race day. A 9:00 a.m. start gives you time for a light breakfast and an easy warm-up jog before the gun.