About the JINGLE JOG 5K & 10K / HOLIDAY HUSTLE 1M
The race runs on a USATF-certified course through Sam Smith Park, a short distance from downtown Cartersville. The 5K qualifies for the Peachtree Road Race. Costumes are encouraged, pets on leashes are welcome, and Santa is expected to make an appearance. There are distance options for everyone, including a short dash for the youngest kids.
Packet pickup runs the day before at a local running store on Church Street. On race day, parking is in the large lower lot near the soccer complex, behind the middle school off Milner Road. Registration opens early on race morning, and the day unfolds in waves, with awards following each distance shortly after runners finish.
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Distances & Start Times
5K12/12/2026 09:05$30
10K12/12/2026 09:00$40
1 Mile12/12/2026 09:45$20
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Not sure what to aim for? The 5K pace chart lists the pace for every finish time.
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