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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12th Annual Nite Lites Christmas Fun Run | 5K | Nov 21, 20266:00 PM | $28 | – |
| 12th Annual Nite Lites Christmas Walk | 5K | Nov 21, 20266:15 PM | $28 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes Nov 21, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $28, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Michigan ($30).
A typical finisher at a 5K in Michigan runs 37:01, about 11:55 a mile, based on 764 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:37 and men in 31:59.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:33 AM, and the 12th Annual Nite Lites Christmas Fun Run starts at 6:00 PM. The start sits about 960 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Michigan International Speedway, Brooklyn, MI 49230
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Around November 21 the day usually runs from 31°F at dawn to 44°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 22% of days. Cold snaps dip to 22°F and hot years reach 55°F.
Based on 85 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Nite Lites Christmas Fun Run/Walk cover on their registration page, in brief.
Rules and FAQ
Nite Lites Christmas 5K Fun Run/Walk. REGISTRATION QUESTIONS. Q: Where do I register? A: On-line: www.niteliteshow.com OR www.runsignup.com. Q: What are the times of the race? A: 5K Fun Run 6:00PM/5K Walk 6:15PM. Q: What are the fees for…
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Join us for an evening of holiday fun at one of Michigan's largest and fastest-growing festive traditions. Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, MI is the perfect place to kick off your holiday season with a memorable run/walk you won't forget.
For ten years, Michigan International Speedway has partnered with Nite Lites Christmas Light Show to create the ideal setting for this charitable event. Surrounded by stunning holiday displays and thousands of animated lights, our Fun Run and Walk will fill you with holiday spirit and competitive energy. The excitement of our participants is what makes this event truly special.
All participants will receive "reindeer antlers" this year as their race entry.