Gateway Jingle Jog 2026
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Fort Myers, Florida
- Entry fee
- From $35 · goes up to $40 on Nov 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jingle Jog 5K | 5K | Dec 5, 20268:00 AM | $35$40 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $40 on Nov 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $35 until Oct 31, then $40 until Dec 5.
Online registration closes Dec 5, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Florida ($35).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Fort Myers runs 36:17, about 11:41 a mile, based on 23 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:34 and men in 32:46.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:00 AM, and the Jingle Jog 5K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 30 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
13241 Griffin Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33913
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around December 5 the day usually runs from 60°F at dawn to 80°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 3% of days. Cold snaps dip to 51°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 13241 Griffin Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33913Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 30 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Dec 5, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Gateway Jingle Jog?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees, and rises to $40 on Nov 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Dec 5, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Florida?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Florida ($35).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 13241 Griffin Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33913.
From the organizers
Here we go! Join us for the 3rd Annual Gateway Jingle Jog 5K hosted by Gateway Church and Gateway Services CDD Parks & Recreation! Whether you're a seasoned runner looking to get a new PR or a family looking for a fun and meaningful holiday tradition, this race has something for everyone.
This year's certified 5K course takes participants along the beautiful, winding bike path through Linear Park, between Griffin Drive and Gateway Lakes Blvd, a scenic, car-free setting built for both competition and connection. Strollers are welcome, costumes are encouraged, and all ages are invited to join in the holiday spirit.