The Generational Group Dallas festive, family-friendly Jingle Bell Run, a Dallas tradition for more than 20 years, will take place on December 21, at the Hilton Anatole. Races begin at 6:30 p.m. Contests include a 5k race, one-mile fun run and a lively post-race party at the hotel. Participants re encouraged to come dressed in their spirited holiday attire and will also be given a pair of jingle bells and glow sticks to “jingle all the way” through the race. There will even be carolers and music along the race course to ensure every step is enjoyable.

Proceeds of the Jingle Bell run benefit the Trinity Strand Trail in the heart of the Dallas Design District and the Mavs Foundation. The trail will connect the Katy Trail to the Trinity River and also provide Dallas citizens access to the Southwestern Medical District, Dallas Market Center, downtown and uptown Dallas, Stemmons Corridor businesses and the Dallas Design District. When the project is complete, it will connect more than 73 miles of trail.

Location: 2201 N. Stemmon Fwy., Dallas. To register and for more information, visit  DallasJingleBellRun.com.