December 2, 2026

5-8 PM​

The Gingerbread Chase Fun Run will take place on the campus of JIRDC the night before the annual parade. Participants are encouraged to dress in their very best “jolly” outfit to run/walk perimeter road loop once. All the Christmas lights will be on for this event along with stations along the course to get a small cup of M&M’s, a gingerbread man cookie, and a candy cane. Also, there will be live entertainment of Christmas Carolers and music throughout the course.  Participants are given a t-shirt and medal. Race entries will be capped at 300. 

12 and up: $25

 Ages 11- 4- $20

 Ages 3 and under- no cost

Late registration fee- $30

Funds will be used to support Marsha’s Closet, Professional Development, Departmental Needs, and Volunteer Recognition.