Odessa Parks and Rec hosting Jingle Bell Run

The Odessa Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Jingle Bell Run at 4:40 p.m. Dec. 3.

All participants are asked to gather at the starting point at the Odessa College Deadrick South Hall Parking Lot at 4:30 p.m. for check-in. The race will start at 5:15 p.m. and runs the Christmas parade route through downtown Odessa.

The race route is a down-and-back route to make it a true 5K, and the course must be cleared at 6:15 p.m. due to the parade.

Important note: all participants must wear lights to participate, such as headlamps, clip-on lights, or similar safety gear, because it will be dark during the run. No Santa costumes are allowed, no exceptions.

Race details and runner qualifications can be subject to change at any time.