Rockin Around the Bell Tower, Presented by Worthington Realty
About This Event
4th Annual Rockin’ Around the Bell Tower
The 4th Annual Rockin' Around the Bell Tower returns—bigger & better in 2026!
Join us on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at 8:00 AM at the Bell Tower Shops for the most festive race of the season! This family-friendly Christmas-themed event welcomes runners, walkers, and strollers to enjoy holiday spirit, music, decorations, and winter fun throughout Bell Tower. This race has sold out three years in a row, please register early!
Event Options
• 5K Chip-Timed Race • 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Participant Swag
All participants receive: • Cozy Rockin’ Around the Bell Tower fleece blanket • Rockin’ Santa hat • Commemorative finisher medal (Christmas ornament) • Post-race treats including coffee, cotton candy, and popcorn
Breakfast with Santa
Stick around after the race for Breakfast with Santa at Dave & Buster’s! Additional details will be available on the event website.
Golisano Children’s Hospital Toy Drive
Help bring joy to local children by donating a new, unwrapped toy. All items support the Child Life Program at Golisano Children’s Hospital.
Race Awards
Awards will be given in the following categories (must be present to receive award):
Overall Awards: • Male & Female – 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Age Group Awards (Net Chip Time): 0-10 | 11-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75+
Packet Pickup
Fleet Feet Fort Myers (Bell Tower Shopping Center)
• Friday, December 11, 2026 — 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM • Saturday, December 12, 2026 — 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM
Race Day Schedule
• 5K Start – 8:00 AM • 1-Mile Fun Run – 8:10 AM
Nog Jog (21+ Only)
How It Works
Participants will complete four ¼-mile loops. Before each loop, runners must stop at the drink station and drink a small Eggnog drink. Once they finish their drink, they can head out on the next lap. The first to complete all four loops and drinks wins the Nog Jog.
Drink Station Setup
A central drink station near the start/finish loop area. Volunteers will pour and serve drinks and ensure all drinks are consumed before the runner continues. Water and shade available nearby for hydration and recovery.
Safety and Rules Participants must be 21+ to register, no exceptions. Age will be verified at check-in with valid government-issued ID required.
Drink portions will be small for safety and fun. Participants can opt-out of drinking (run for fun!) but will not be eligible for timed awards.
Awards and Recognition Top three Male and Top Female finishers will be recognized
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December 12, 2026