Downtown Jingle 5K registration runs $25 to $54, with the race taking place December 13, 2026, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The event starts at 3:30 PM from 11 Tidewater Street and offers both a 5K and a 5-mile option, so you can choose your distance based on your training and goals. If you can't make it to Rhode Island in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete either distance on your own time and location.
From the Race Organizer
2026 Downtown Jingle 5K 🎄✨🌟The Downtown Jingle 5K is dashing into Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket this holiday season for its most exciting race yet! 🎄✨🌟 S et for December 13th, 2026 with a NEW 4pm 5K start time, runners will enjoy a new night run experience featuring an unforgettable finish as they race through a spectacular display of dazzling holiday lights before crossing the finish line. But the excitement doesn't end there! Immediately following the race, all participants will receive exclusive access to head inside the stadium for a special seasonal event, featuring holiday-themed entertainment and more. Friends and family who aren't running can join the celebration too by purchasing event admission during race registration. We'll once again be collecting toys for Toys for Tots at Marathon Sports at Packet Pickup. Gather your crew, soak in the magic, and make memories at this can't-miss winter celebration. Race Notes: All participants will be chip-timed. Walkers are always welcome! T-shirts for all entrants registered online. Please note, race day registrants are not guaranteed a race shirt. No refunds. No pets allowed. Participants with baby strollers are asked to line up at the back for safety reasons. ONLINE ENTRY FEES Downtown Jingle 5K and Virtual 5K $50 to 7/31/2026 $52 8/1/2026 to 10/31/2026 $54 11/1/2026 to 12/12/2026 $60 Race Day Kids Elves Run $25 to 12/13/26 Online registration closes at 8:00 P.M. on 12/12/2026. Walk-up registrations will be accepted on race day. ON-SITE REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP Friday, December 11, 2026 // 12 Noon - 6pm Marathon Sports Level One at Providence Place One Providence Place, Providence, RI Walk up registrations welcome! Saturday, December 12, 2026 // 10am – 5pm Marathon Sports Level One at Providence Place One Providence Place, Providence, RI Walk up registrations welcome! Race Day, December 13, 2025 // 2:30pm - 4pm Centreville Bank Stadium 11 Tidewater St. Pawtucket, RI 02860 Online Registration ends 12/12/2025 at 8:00 p.m. VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS Please note: the 2026 Downtown Jingle 5K virtual entry does NOT include entry into the holiday light event at Centreville Bank Stadium. If you are participating in the race virtually, we encourage you to pick up your race shirt from us at a Pre-Race Packet Pickup if you are able to. If you cannot make it, we will mail your shirt to the address provided on RunSignUp AFTER race day. To submit your virtual results, you will head to RunRhody.com and select "Result" from the top navigation menu. From there, select 2026 and the race name, which will bring you to the results page. You will click a button on the top of the page that says "SUBMIT VIRTUAL RESULTS" to submit your time. Virtual participation DOES count toward any of our race series, including the Run Rhody Grand Slam, the Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, and the Tour de Patrick series. If you have any questions about participating virtually, please email us at help@runrhody.com . AWARDS 5K RUN Top 3 Individuals overall Winners (Under 19) Winners (age 20-29) Winners (age 30-39) Winners (age 40-49) Winners (age 50-59) Winners (age 60-69) Winners (age 70+) Individual awards are scored on gun time. Team awards are scored from chip times. KIDS RUN Top 3 girls and boys TEAMS (Unlimited team entries. Top 3 score) Award to winning Team. Team entry fee is same as individual fees shown above. Teams must use the online system for team entries.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for December 13.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Pawtucket, RI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Downtown Jingle 5K 2026 — Pawtucket, RI takes place on December 13, 2026. The race is held in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
Where is Downtown Jingle 5K 2026 — Pawtucket, RI held?
Downtown Jingle 5K 2026 — Pawtucket, RI is held at 11 Tidewater St in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
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