In 25 days · Sat, Sep 19, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Where
6100 Rock Chalk Dr, Lawrence KS
Distance
5K
Typical weather
65–82°F · some rain risk
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2025
63–80°F
dry
2024
71–89°F
rain
2023
69–85°F
dry
2022
77–95°F
dry
2021
69–85°F
dry
2020
55–74°F
dry
2019
73–89°F
dry
2018
75–91°F
dry
2017
67–87°F
dry
2016
70–89°F
dry
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About this race
Race Date
- Date: September 19th, 2026
- Location: 6100 Rock Chalk Dr, Lawrence, KS
Registration Information
- Late Registration: Participants who register during late registration (within two weeks of the race) are not guaranteed to receive a race shirt on race day.
- Shirt Availability: Shirts will be ordered and available for pickup at a later date.
More Information
- Event Link: Light the Way 5K Fun Run
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