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    2026  Belleville Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk
    2026  Belleville Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk

    2026 Belleville Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk

    Date and time

    Saturday, December 5, 2026

    Location

    510 W Main Street, Belleville, IL

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    Date and time

    Saturday, December 5, 2026

    Location

    510 W Main Street, Belleville, IL

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    About This Event

    Join us for the 19th Annual Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk and celebrate the holiday season with one of Belleville's favorite traditions!  Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to enjoy a festive course through downtown Belleville, while kids ages 3–12 can take part in the Ginger Loop, our fun-filled 1-mile run designed just for them!  New this year! The entire event will take place at 510 W. Main Street, making it easier than ever to enjoy all the festivities. After crossing the finish line, stick around for the awards ceremony, live music from a local band, a coffee and hot cocoa truck, bounce houses for the kids, and more holiday fun!

    All participants in both the 5K and Ginger Loop will receive:  • A long-sleeve event T-shirt  • Finish-line photos  • A delicious gingerbread cookie  • A fun and festive race experience

    It's Christmas in July!  Register during the month of July to take advantage of our lowest registration price of the season. As an added bonus, everyone who signs up in July will receive an exclusive Gingerbread 5K scarf as a special swag item!  Whether you're racing for a personal best, enjoying a family outing, or simply embracing  the holiday spirit, the Gingerbread 5K is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season!

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    Distances

    5K

    1 mile

    402 m

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    440.0 mi