Jingle all the Ks: virtual races to run this holiday season

Jingle all the Ks: virtual races to run this holiday season

Looking to put some real effort into some virtual races this holiday season?

With some of the many suggestions from the All-Season community, here are some themed virtual runs to help add some jingle to your jangle.

If we missed your fave, drop it in the comments!

Ho Ho Holidays 5k



"Grab your bubble and run." With a discount for registering with a group/bubble, this one encourages some social togetherness, making it a nice one for running off the holiday feast with your loved ones. Plus this bonus: "Prizes will be awarded for best photo, top fundraisers, fastest Santa's, most festive group and best dressed pet!"
Cost: $45, which includes entry, a "Santa suit", timing app, your medal and a unspecified "holiday treat".
Submit results by: December 31

 

Jingle All The Ks

Don a custom made sleigh bell and run this a 5K/10K/Half during Christmas week.  

Cost: $27, includes bell medal and bib.



 

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    The Hanukkah Challenge

    Like the Maccabees celebration, this challenge lasts for 8 days (or nights).

    For the "Super Challenge" series, participants must run or walk an 1km every day for 8 days (or you can go for the 64k super challenge, and do 8k a day for 8 days). Other races include a 5k and 8k. 

    Completing the virtual run will get you a menorah medal, or a Star of David ring, depending on which you run.

    Cost: $40-$55, depending on the 8k or 64k selection.
    Submit results by: December 20

     

    Run Nation Santa Dash Virtual 5k
    Sign up for this virtual run and dash virtually with Santas around the UK and the world. 
    Cost: £16.95, which includes shirt, medal and a "bag of treats."
    Submit results by: December 3 

    The Run Across America Holiday Hustle


    The goal here is to get to 50k by December 31. No problem for an All-Season Runner, right? Your registration includes event entry, app access and a long-sleeved shirt (which you can donate to a food bank employee!) -- though you'll have to purchase a medal separately. Bonus: The race is currently matching all donations to hunger relief organization Feeding America, which is pretty great. 
    Cost: $45
    Submit results by: December 31

     

    The Jingle Bell Run


    Sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation, this virtual 5K route helps raise funds for the foundation. 
    Cost: 
    $35
    Submit results by: December 13

     

    Merry Miles


    Produced by Virtual Run US, his is a package of 5 races to run this winter: 25 Miles of Christmas Challenge, Snowman Shuffle 8K, Ugly Sweater 5K, Mint Condition 1-Mile and Eggnog Jog 5K. 
    Cost: $125, which covers your medals and entry
    Submit results by: March 31

     

    The Santa Hat Virtual Race


    Produced by the Mid-Pacific Road Runners Club, Hawaii's largest running club (founded in 1962), this 5k can be run in any weather. Submit your time - and your Santa hat photo as well.

    Submit results by: Dec 6 

     

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