Not Just Another Holiday 5K: Springfield's Jingle Bell Run Puts Giving First
The Christmas season is a time for giving, helping others, and making a difference. And while Springfield has plenty of festive holiday
races to choose from, one event stands out for the nonprofit mission behind it.
On Saturday, December 5, 2026, the Springfield Jingle Bell Run returns to Jordan Valley Park, offering runners and walkers the opportunity to celebrate the Christmas season while supporting a cause that makes a difference in people's lives.
What makes the Jingle Bell Run different from many other holiday races? It's not simply a race that has partnered with a charity. The event itself is a fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Hero Run 5K Brings Obstacles, Challenges & Plenty of Motivation to Nixa!
The Hero Run 5K in Nixa wasn't your typical Saturday morning 5K! On October 31, participants took on a unique challenge that combined running, physical fitness, and a little military-style motivation.
Throughout the eight-lap course, runners encountered a variety of exercise stations designed to test their strength, endurance, and determination. From jumping jacks and burpees to mountain climbers, squat jumps, and more, there was no shortage of challenges along the way!
From Coast to Coast, Runners Are Heading to the Branson Turkey Trot!
Thanksgiving morning in Branson is bringing people together from all across the country, and this year's Branson Turkey Trot is shaping up to be a special one!
With Thanksgiving just a few weeks away, excitement is building for the 15th Annual Branson Turkey Trot 5K, taking place Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Branson Landing.
And here's something pretty amazing: 388 participants have already registered, representing 25 different states!
That's right! From California to Florida, Oregon to South Carolina, and plenty of places in between, runners and walkers are making the Branson Turkey Trot part of their Thanksgiving holiday.
Before the Turkey, It's Time to Gobblin' & Hobblin' in Bolivar!
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and before the turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie take over, Bolivar Parks & Recreation has a fun
way to get the whole family moving!
The 6th Annual Gobblin' & Hobblin' 5K & 3K Fun Run returns Saturday, November 21, 2026, bringing together runners, walkers, families, and friends for a morning of fresh air, exercise, and a little pre-Thanksgiving fun.
Who says Thanksgiving traditions have to start at the dinner table?
Nixa 5K Supports Military Families and Local Students
Here in the Ozarks, we know the importance of showing up for our neighbors. Whether we're cheering from the sidelines at a school
sporting event, supporting a local fundraiser or lacing up our running shoes for a good cause, Southwest Missouri has a way of coming together when it matters.
On Saturday, October 31, the community will have another opportunity to do just that at the Hero 5K Run in Nixa.
Hosted by MG Cares, the Hero Run honors the men and women who have served our country while supporting the families who stand behind them. It's a chance for Nixa and surrounding communities to turn a morning of running and walking into something that makes a lasting difference.
And with Halloween falling on race day, it's a great way to kick off the holiday with a little exercise, community spirit and a whole lot of heart.
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