Trying to spend more time with your friends and family this season? These fun holiday runs around Christmas in Miami are a great way to hang out with your favorite people and give you the chance to burn off those pesky holiday calories you consume.

Turkey Trot

With one of the cheapest registration rates around, this fun holiday run in Miami is not one to be missed. The Turkey Trot in Miami is a 5K and a 10K race that will be held on Thursday, November 24 (Thanksgiving). Proceeds from the Turkey Trot help benefit the Camillus House, a non-profit organization providing services to the poor and homeless in Miami-Dade County. There will be complimentary race photos, t-shirts from the event, and food and beverages!

Jingle Bell Run - The Arthritis Foundation

Get back to jingling and join the most fun and festive holiday fun run around.  Come in your favorite holiday costume and FEEL GOOD about DOING GOOD. The run is for conquering arthritis for good. Get your jingle on and spread the Spirit of Yes: Yes to having fun and celebrating what you love. Yes to living life to the fullest. Yes to conquering arthritis for good. 100% of your registration fee and fundraising goes to a great cause. 

Jingle Bell Jog

If you love all things holiday-themed, you will love the 5K Jingle Bell Jog. This annual event harnesses all things Christmas including jingle bells, Santa, eggnog, reindeer, and elves. The best part of this race? Every participant receives a free Santa suit, a pair of jingle bells to tie around your shoes, and a Christmas-themed medal for all the finishers!

Spend extra time with your loved ones while getting in some exercise by joining these fun holiday runs in Miami.

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