🔔🎅🎄 Put your bells on for the 23nd annual Jingle Bell 6K run/2-Mile walk! Proceeds from the race benefit the “Miracle Fund” which provides assistance to improve the quality of life of long-term care residents of the Respiratory Care Center at Rockcastle Regional in Mt. Vernon, KY! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ 🎁 Event Details Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026 Place: Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, Mt. Vernon, KY 6K Run/ 2-Mile Walk to begin at 8:30 a.m. EST Race-day registration to begin at 7:50 a.m. $25 pre-registration fee - deadline Monday, November 23 $30 registration fee from Nov. 20 through 8:15 a.m. race day Race 12 of 12 in the 2026 County-Wide Stride race series Course The 6K Run/Walk highlights historic Renfro Valley. Aid and water station will be located at the turnaround. Officials will direct and supervise the course. The Run/Walk will start and finish at the Renfro Valley Entertainment Center. Unique Reasons to Participate $50 cash prize to overall top male and female finisher Unique age group awards Free commemorative long-sleeve shirt guaranteed to all participants pre-registered by Nov. 23. (It is recommended that you pre-register to guarantee your shirt. Shirts available on race day in limited sizes and quantities.) Santa’s Surprise Gift Grab – as always, gift packages will be scattered along the course for participants to scoop up for cash, gifts or coal! Hospitality area with refreshments and snacks Costume Contest: award will be given for the best holiday-themed costume. Awards Overall male and female race winner and top three male and female finishers in each of the following age groups: 12-under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79, 80+ Top three male and female walkers (walkers also eligible for age group awards) Please note: to be fair to competitive walkers, if you plan to register as a walker, you must walk the entire race. If you plan on running and walking, please register as a runner. NEW! Student Strides 2026 ALL students age 4-18 run FREE! No shirt included in registration, but may be added on for additional fee. Students who complete at least 7 races will receive a $25 gift card and custom t-shirt at the end of the 2026 series! Students must run or walk to be eligible for awards and incentives. Questions/Information For more information contact Chelsea Dillingham (606) 256-7767 or c.dillingham@rhrcc.org
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When is Jingle Bell 6K Run/2M Walk 2026 — Mount Vernon, KY?
Jingle Bell 6K Run/2M Walk 2026 — Mount Vernon, KY takes place on December 5, 2026. The race is held in Mount Vernon, Kentucky.
Where is Jingle Bell 6K Run/2M Walk 2026 — Mount Vernon, KY held?
Jingle Bell 6K Run/2M Walk 2026 — Mount Vernon, KY is held at 2380 Richmond St in Mount Vernon, Kentucky.
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