Jingle Bell Half Marathon & 5K 2026

The Jingle Bell Half Marathon & 5K is a Christmas-season running event in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Both the half marathon and 5K begin in the morning at 100 Elliott Street. The event focuses on holiday costumes, jingling gear, and a relaxed winter-race atmosphere, distinct from a competitive road-racing style. A virtual option is available alongside the in-person races. The Haverhill course concludes at Northern Essex Community College. It is promoted as a run or walk through New England winter scenery, attracting approximately 1,000 to 5,000 participants. The Jingle Bell name also links to the established Bill Rodgers Somerville Jingle Bell 5K. This race starts and finishes in Davis Square, travels through Somerville's streets and public spaces, frequently sells out in advance, and concludes with a post-race gathering at neighborhood bars.