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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
Michigan International Speedway, Brooklyn MI
5K
31–44°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
42–50°F
dry
2024
31–37°F
dry
2023
37–49°F
rain
2022
22–41°F
dry
2021
33–44°F
rain
2020
36–44°F
dry
2019
37–51°F
rain
2018
23–33°F
dry
2017
34–49°F
dry
2016
27–35°F
dry
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About this race
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
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.
On Your Mark. Get Set. Christmas is Here!
Event Details
- Location: 12626 US-12, Brooklyn, MI 49230
- Entrance: MIS Brooklyn Rd (Gate 2) entrance
- Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Times:
- Packet Pickup: 4:00 PM
- On-site Registration: 4:00 PM – 6:15 PM
- Fun Run: 6:00 PM
- Fun Walk: 6:15 PM
This year's charitable proceeds benefit Columbia Central High School Class of 2028.
Early Registration
- Begins: NOW
- Registration Fee: $28.00: Children ages 6-12 $18.00: Children 5 and under FREE
- Holiday Merchandise: Available through Wednesday, November 11th
- Items Available:
- Long Sleeve T-Shirt: $16.00
- Hoodie: $25.00
After November 11th, no additional merchandise will be available. Santa's helpers need time to prepare your items!
Race Day Registration
- Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 6:15 PM
- Registration Fee: $33.00
- Holiday Merchandise: May be available onsite while supplies last.
For more information and to register, visit Nite Lites Christmas Fun Run/Walk.
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