Beck 5K - Santa's Jingle Beer Run takes place on December 5, 2026, in Palatka, Florida, starting at 3:00 PM from 301 River Street. The event offers a single 5K distance and entry fees range from $25 to $40. This festive running event combines a holiday theme with a beer component, making it a unique option for runners looking for a casual December race in the Palatka area.
From the Race Organizer
Beck 5K Presents: Santa's Jingle Beer Run 2026 Looking for a great way to help others and have a good time? Join us this year and enjoy a run/walk/hustle through the beautiful streets of Palatka during Porchfest 2026. Enjoy the great bands and the cheers from spectators as you wind your way through the neighborhoods. 🎅🍺 Santa's Jingle Beer Run 5K – Cheers to the Holidays for a Great Cause! 🎄🏃♀️🏃♂️ Lace up your running shoes, throw on your favorite holiday gear, and join us for Santa's Jingle Beer Run! This festive 5K is more than a race—it's a holiday celebration where runners and walkers of all ages can enjoy the spirit of the season while supporting a meaningful cause. After crossing the finish line, celebrate with a complimentary craft beer (for participants 21 and older with valid ID) or enjoy a festive non-alcoholic beverage. Stick around for music, holiday fun, and plenty of Christmas cheer with friends, family, and fellow runners. All proceeds benefit Bread of Life of Palatka, helping ensure families throughout our community have access to nutritious meals during the holiday season. Come for the run, stay for the celebration, and leave knowing you've made a difference. ❤️ BENEFICIARY Bread of Life of Palatka is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing hunger and food insecurity in Putnam County. Many families are already food insecure, and many more are just one financial crisis away from not knowing where their next meal will come from. Join us as we run, walk, and celebrate while giving back to our community. WHEN Race Day: Saturday, December 5, 2026 Start Time: 3:00 PM Packet Pickup: Friday, December 4, 2026, 8 AM to 5 PM MoRe Yard 2000 Reid Street Palatka, FL 32177 Packet pickup will also be available on race day at the start line. Look for the signs! WHERE Riverfront Park 100 Memorial Parkway Palatka, FL 32177 ENTRY FEES Early Bird Special: $25.00 – Register by August 1, 2026 Early Registration: $30.00 – August 2 – October 1, 2026 Registration: $35.00 – October 2 – November 30, 2026 Late Registration: $40.00 – December 1, 2026 – Race Day Packet Pickup/Day of Registration: $40.00 All runners who register by November 10, 2026, are guaranteed an event shirt in their selected size. Registrations received after November 10 may still receive a shirt while supplies last. We do our best to order enough shirts for everyone, but size availability cannot be guaranteed after the deadline. FOR MORE INFORMATION Email us at Beck5K@checkbeck.com.
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Palatka, FL.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Beck 5k- Santa’s Jingle Beer Run 2026 — Palatka, FL?
Beck 5k- Santa’s Jingle Beer Run 2026 — Palatka, FL takes place on December 5, 2026. The race is held in Palatka, Florida.
Where is Beck 5k- Santa’s Jingle Beer Run 2026 — Palatka, FL held?
Beck 5k- Santa’s Jingle Beer Run 2026 — Palatka, FL is held at 301 River Street in Palatka, Florida.
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