HOLLY JOLLY JIGGLE 2026
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Oreana, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From Free
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kid's 1/2 Mile | Kids | Dec 5, 20269:00 AM | Free | – |
| 1.3 Mile | – | Dec 5, 20269:30 AM | $10 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Dec 5, 20269:30 AM | $10 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Kid's 1/2 Mile: Free until Dec 5.
- 1.3 Mile and 5K: $10 until Dec 5.
Online registration closes Dec 5, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $10, entry is about 71 percent below a typical 5K in Illinois, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Illinois runs 35:55, about 11:34 a mile, based on 426 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:13 and men in 31:16.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:01 AM, and the Kid's 1/2 Mile starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 690 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
407 S View Street, Oreana, IL 62554
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 28°F at dawn to 42°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 16°F and hot years reach 57°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
- 407 S View Street, Oreana, IL 62554Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 690 feet
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Dec 5, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is HOLLY JOLLY JIGGLE?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Dec 5, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Illinois?
- At $10, entry is about 71 percent below a typical 5K in Illinois, which costs $35 right now.
- 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, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 407 S View Street, Oreana, IL 62554.
From the organizers
🎄🏃♀️ RUN, JIGGLE & CELEBRATE! 🏃♂️🎄
Join us for a FUN, festive, non-competitive run celebrating two of our favorite things—RUNNING and CHRISTMAS! Whether you walk, jog, or run, come enjoy the holiday spirit with friends, family, and fellow runners. This event is self-timed, and Christmas attire is HIGHLY encouraged—so break out those Santa hats, ugly sweaters, elf costumes, and festive gear! 🎅🎄✨
🎁 RACE DAY SCHEDULE
9:00 AM – Children's ½-Mile Run
A fun run on a paved path for our youngest participants! Every child will receive a finisher medal and a gift bag! 🏅🎁
9:30 AM – 1.3-Mile Run/Walk & 5K Run
Choose your distance and hit the public roads for a fun-filled holiday run!