Fulton Illuminated Christmas Run/Walk 2026
- Date
- Friday, December 4, 2026
- Start time
- 6:30 PM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Fulton, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From $24 · goes up to $30 on Nov 28, 2026
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton Illuminated 2 Mile Run/Walk | Other | Dec 4, 20266:30 PM | $24$30 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Other fee goes up to $30 on Nov 28, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $24 until Nov 28, then $30 until Dec 4.
Online registration closes Dec 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:11 AM, and the Fulton Illuminated 2 Mile Run/Walk starts at 6:30 PM. The start sits about 650 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
10th Ave and 3rd Street, Fulton, IL 61252
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around December 4 the day usually runs from 25°F at dawn to 39°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 13% of days. Cold snaps dip to 12°F and hot years reach 53°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 10th Ave and 3rd Street, Fulton, IL 61252Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 650 feet
- Included with entry
- Special gift to 1st 175 entrants
- Distances
- Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Dec 5, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Fulton Illuminated Christmas Run/Walk?
- Friday, December 4, 2026, starting at 6:30 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $24 before processing fees, and rises to $30 on Nov 28, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Dec 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- What distances can I run?
- Other.
- Where does it start?
- 10th Ave and 3rd Street, Fulton, IL 61252.
From the organizers
Two mile run/walk along the Mississippi River on the Fulton bike path lighted by hundreds of luminaries. Age groups from 10 and under to 60 and over. Medals to top 3 in each division. Overall male and female receive a special gift! Post-race party at Manny's Too in Fulton with pizza and homemade cookies. The race is held in conjunction with Fulton's Christmas Walk. Pre-registration $24.00. After November 27, cost is $30.00