Angry Bear Holiday Fun Run and 5K

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