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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Timed Run/Walk | 5K | Dec 12, 20268:00 AM | $35$40 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K Untimed Run/Walk | 5K | Dec 12, 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.
Online registration closes Dec 12, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Tennessee ($35).
A typical finisher at a 5K in Morristown runs 34:38, about 11:09 a mile, based on 9 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:56 and men in 28:18.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:34 AM, and the 5K Timed Run/Walk starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,510 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
149 West Main St, Morristown, TN 37814
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (Runners Fit Race Works) for Jingle Run for Hope 5K Run/Walk. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 21:10 or better, the top quarter in 26:01, and half the field in 34:38; the last tenth came in after 51:25.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 23:00 | 17:44 |
| 20-29 | 26:00 | 19:22 |
| 30-39 | 26:18 | 19:42 |
| 40-49 | 26:14 | 22:15 |
| 50-59 | 26:01 | 25:10 |
| 60-69 | 37:50 | 26:28 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Up 13 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 287 to 324 finishers, and the median time dropped from 39:13 to 34:38.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 324 (-13%) | 34:38 | under 21:10 | 16:24 |
| 2024 | 371 (+29%) | 31:45 | under 20:43 | n/a |
| 2021 | 287 | 39:13 | under 25:01 | 19:51 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Faster than most Tennessee 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 26:01, against 29:41 in a typical Tennessee 5K, so times here run 12 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around December 12 the day usually runs from 33°F at dawn to 53°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 33% of days. Cold snaps dip to 23°F and hot years reach 64°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.
What the organizers of Jingle Run for Hope 5K Run/Walk cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Pre-Race Pickup will take place at Morristown Landing (4355 Durham Landing, Morristown, TN 37814): Wednesday, December 10, 2025 from 10AM - 6PM. Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 10AM - 6PM. Friday, December 12, 2025 from 8AM - 1PM. Day-of…
Course
The route will start and end near East Tennessee Diamond Company. Parking is available in the public lot behind East Tennessee Diamond Company (yellow dot above).
Shirt and medal
Each participant will receive a t-shirt, but shirt sizes will only be guaranteed for participants that sign up prior to 10/31/2025. Shirts will be available during bib/packet pickup and on race day. Shirts will NOT be mailed after the…
Awards
5K Traditional Timed Race: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place for Overall Male and Female. 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place for Male and Female Age Groups 1-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-99.
Awards
Whether you are a runner or walker, this race is all about FUN during the Christmas season! Special awards will be presented in the following categories: Best Individual Costume - open to all ages! Best Group Costume - group size doesn't…
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🎄 Join Us for the 12th Annual Jingle Run for Hope 5K! 🎄
Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 8AM | Historic Downtown Morristown, TN
Lace up your sneakers, don your favorite festive gear, and be part of a heartwarming holiday tradition! The Jingle Run for Hope 5K Run/Walk is more than just a race — it’s a celebration of community, compassion, and courage.
🎁 Give the Gift of Hope:
Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your presence makes a difference. Come together with friends, family, and neighbors to spread joy and support cancer care at Covenant Health Morristown-Hamblen this holiday season.