Monroe Jingle Bell Run
Monroe Jingle Bell Run offers a fast, flat course supporting local Scouting programs.
Race Date
Dec 19, 2026
Location
Monroe, LA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Location
- Monroe, Louisiana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 6,609
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Monroe Jingle Bell Run, a growing event in its third year, draws nearly 5,000 runners from about 10 states. This race champions an active lifestyle while raising crucial funds for local Scouting programs, including those for at-risk youth and scholarships to Camp T.L. James and Camp Attakapas. The event aims to ensure all youth have the opportunity to benefit from Scouting's leadership development.
The course, starting and ending in Forsythe Park, is designed to be fast and flat, making it an ideal setting for runners aiming for personal bests. With typical December race-day temperatures ranging from 43–60°F, conditions are often favorable for competitive times. The race offers both a 5K and a half-marathon, catering to a range of running abilities.
Participants receive a long-sleeve shirt as part of their registration. The event's success is measured not just by finisher numbers, but by its commitment to fostering community engagement and supporting the development of future leaders through Scouting.
Race-provided description
Join us for another great Monroe Jingle Bell Run 5K and Half-Marathon. With this event, we aim to encourage our community to embrace a more active lifestyle while also supporting our local Scouting programs. The race will begin and end in Forsythe Park. The Monroe Jingle Bell Run will raise funds to support local Scouts in Northeast & Central Louisiana including our programs for at-risk youth and scholarships to Camp T.L. James and Camp Attakapas. It will help ensure that EVERY youth has the opportunity to be part of a great organization that will develop our future leaders of tomorrow no matter what social background or economic status. Scouting is needed more today than ever before. Please note that this registration is for the December 13th Jingle Bell 5K and Half-Marathon benefiting the Louisiana Purchase Council, Scouting America. If you are looking for the December 13th Jingle Bell Run benefiting the Arthritis Foundation to be held in New Orleans, please click here: https://events.arthritis.org/jbrneworleans.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Long Sleeve Shirt
Start Location
Forysthe Park, Monroe, LA, 71201
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
Standout612 years running
~3,606.5 finishers a year
growing or steady
13% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 10 states
winner 1:17:05
typical high 60°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
43°
Afternoon (High)
60°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 6,609 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
6,609
Median time
2:01:41
Latest turnout
4,521
States
11
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Monroe Jingle Bell Run?
The Monroe Jingle Bell Run is held on Saturday, December 19, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Monroe Jingle Bell Run take place?
It takes place in Monroe, Louisiana.
What distances does the Monroe Jingle Bell Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Monroe Jingle Bell Run course flat and good for a PR?
The Monroe Jingle Bell Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Monroe Jingle Bell Run?
HalfRuns has finish records for 6,609 runners who have completed the Monroe Jingle Bell Run.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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