Angry Bear Holiday Fun Run and 5K - 1 Mile Kids Fun Run

Lace up for a cause at the Angry Bear Fun Run & 5K! Join us for a festive, family-friendly afternoon and evening packed with winter cheer—all in support of the Jackson High School Baseball team. From warm drinks and holiday music to snowball games and a visit from Santa, there’s something for everyone. Kids can enjoy the 1-mile Fun Run and winter-themed activities, while runners and walkers alike take on the scenic 5K through the parks with decorations and inflatable. Don your most festive gear for a chance to win costume prizes, bring your kids for our activities and celebration. It’s more than a race—it’s a winter celebration with purpose! ❄️ 1 Mile Fun Run (Ages 10 and under) For kids, families with small children.  All finishers get a mini medal or snowflake ribbon!  No t-shirts are given for this event! ❄️ 5K Student/Family Pricing - Student pricing is 18-Under for $15 off, expires on December 3 - Family pricing is 4 family members for $100, expires on November 15. ❄️ Costume Contest Judging Categories: Best Winter Outfit, Funniest, & Most Festive ❄️ We'll have Music and emcee commentary ❄️ Finish line your get receive a our medals, water, and snacks (bananas, granola, energy bars)   5K Run/Walk Shirts: We offer Youth Small to X-Large, Adults Small to 2X-Large, & no shirt option for $5 discount.  There is no guarantee for a t-shirt with registration after November 15th.  Limited shirts will be available at the event!   Medals: All participants will receive a medal!  We offer a no participation medal option for a $5 discount, please select during the registration process if your not interested in receiving a medal.   Schedule: Friday, December 4 5:00-7:00 PM - Packet Pickup Saturday, December 5 3:30 PM - Packet Pickup and Santa Arrives! 4:15 PM – ❄️ 1 Mile Fun Run Begins, Untimed Event! 4:30 PM – Costume Contest Judging and Awards 4:50 PM – Final Call for 5K Participants 5:00 PM – 🏃 5K Race Begins 5:20 PM – First Finishers Expected 6:00 PM – Awards Ceremony - 5K    Concessions: -Candy Galore (all Christmas themed) -Guiseppe’s Pizza  -Chick-Fil-A -Hot Dogs -Popcorn -Cookies ( Jenny G's Sweet Treats) -Donuts ( Amish Door) -Hot Cocoa (Biggby Coffee) -Coffee -Drinks   Awards: 5K Run/Walk: -Top Overall Male & Female -Top Male & Female in the following Age Groups 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70-Over Costume Awards: -Best Winter Outfit -Funniest -Most Festive