Jingle Trails presented by Merrell

Jingle Trails presented by Merrell

Lace up for holiday miles the Texas way. Jingle Trails brings the cheer to the trail — bells, grit, and a festive finish line celebration.

December 13, 2025

Races

• Jingle Trails 10k: $40, 8:30AM CST - 10:30AM CST
• Jingle Trails 5k: $30, 8:30AM CST - 10:30AM CST

Information

Trail running with a holiday twist. Step off the pavement and into the holiday spirit! The Jingle Trails Challenge takes you through the winding paths of McAllister Park in central San Antonio. Expect dirt, roots, rocks, and gravel — this isn’t your average road race. It’s a true trail run, sprinkled with holiday cheer and a cozy finish waiting for you at the end.

Choose Your Adventure

• 10K – Blue Loop Challenge: Test your trail legs on the Blue Loop! Due to current construction, expect a slightly longer course with a short detour.
• 5K – Red Trail Dash: A festive (and rugged) journey through McAllister’s Red Trail.

Both races overlap on the way back, making the finish line a high-energy holiday reunion!

Race Week Schedule

• Packet Pickup: iRun Bitters – 2602 NW Loop 1604, Thursday, Dec. 11 | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Race Day – Saturday, Dec. 13: Optimist Pavilion, McAllister Park, 7:30 – 8:15 AM | Packet Pickup, 8:30 AM | 5K & 10K Start

Awards & Recognition

• Overall Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd (Male & Female) in each distance
• Masters Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd (Male & Female) in each distance
• All Finishers: Holiday Mug + Cocoa (Note: No age group awards)

Dress Festive

Ugly sweater? Reindeer antlers? Santa hat? Bring it on. The more jingles, the better. This is where holiday cheer meets trail grit.

Location

Optimist Pavilion – McAllister Park, 13102 Jones Maltsberger Rd San Antonio, TX 78247

Please note that the majority of the course is technical terrain and is not stroller or dog friendly.