2025 Jingle Bell Fun Run/Walk

This festive, free run or walk is just under one mile and begins at 6:30 p.m. at the corner of McDonald and Main Street in Downtown Midland. It’s not a timed race, so people of all ages and abilities are welcome to take their time and enjoy the route.

Participants are encouraged to come dressed in their best festive gear (holiday sweaters, Santa hats, cool socks, Christmas lights etc.). All registered participants will receive a jingle bell bracelet to wear during the event (while supplies last). Dressed up furry friends and strollers are welcome – the more, the merrier! There may even be some prizes for those best dressed participants! After you cross the finish line, cozy up with a cup of delicious hot cocoa — our warm thanks to Joyful Tantrum / Serendipity Road and Molasses Smokehouse for keeping our spirits (and hands!) toasty this season.

Instead of a registration fee, participants are encouraged to bring a variety of nonperishable food items to be donated to a local food pantry for holiday distribution.

The 2025 Jingle Bell Fun Run is made possible thanks to Ripple Fiber, this year’s Supporting Sponsor. Fiber’s team will be on site near the start line sharing holiday cheer and festive giveaways while supplies last, complementing the cocoa sponsors’ contributions.

This is a snow or shine event so be sure to dress accordingly!

Prefer to volunteer? We are looking for some cheery and bright volunteer elves to help spread holiday cheer for our Jingle Bell Fun Run. Sign Up to Volunteer Here

For more information, visit downtownmidland.com. Questions can be directed to the Midland Downtown Development Authority at (989) 837-3330.