18th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run/Walk

18th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run Saturday, December 12th 2026 At: Jamestown High School 3751 John Tyler Highway Williamsburg, VA 23188. The course utilizes the Virginia Capital Trail, Powhatan Creek Trail and the Greensprings Trail. This is a 5K Run and a Competitive 5K Walk. The course is not currently USATF Certified. This race is a 2026 Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix race. A virtual Sleighbell 5K is available for those who cannot make it on race day. Virtual participants receive a race T and finisher medal. Packets can be picked up on Dec. 13th at Colonial Sports or mailed for a $9.00 fee. A portion of proceeds from the Sleighbell 5K Will benefit area Youth in after school activities provided by the WJCC School Health Initiative Program (S.H.I.P.). This event raises funds to get students out and moving. Donations will go to From His Hands! A consortium of 13 local churches whose mission is to feed the homeless. Race T and size guaranteed to those registered by 12/1/265! All others are first come first served. Two Special Events this year:1. Ugly sweater. Bring your ugliest sweater to the race and compete for a special prize. Ugly Sweater contest at 11:15 AM2. Non perishable food donation. Bring canned goods, pasta etc. Food will go to From His Hands FeesRace Registration fees start at $35.00 on 9/1/26 and go up each month.NO Race Day Registration$20.00 1 Mile Fun Run$10.00 T-Shirts Only.Early Packet Pickup Friday December 11th at Colonial Sports, 1303 Jamestown RoadTime: 12:00 PM (noon) thru 6:00 PMNote: Last opportunity to register for this raceSchedule:8:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up9:00 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run9:30 AM - 5K Run/Walk10:30 Ugly Sweater Contest10:30 am - Awards Ceremony10:35 AM Ugly Sweater Contest10:40 AM Award Ceremony Awards:Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K RunTop 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Competitive WalkTop 3 Men and Women Masters (40 years and over) 5K RunTop 3 Men and Women in 5K Run for the following age groups: 8 and under; 9-10, 11-13; 14-15; 16-19 five year increments 20-24 to 80 and Over.Special Prize - "Middle of the Pack" Male and FemaleFinishing Medals for all Finishers while they last.