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Friday, January 1st, 2027
442 S. DeMazenod Dr, Belleville IL
5K · 1 Mile
29–44°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
28–37°F
dry
2025
31–41°F
dry
2024
26–37°F
dry
2023
41–56°F
dry
2022
29–60°F
rain
2021
29–36°F
rain
2020
29–54°F
dry
2019
33–41°F
dry
2018
-5–11°F
dry
2017
25–45°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
29°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
We are looking forward to gathering together- runners, volunteers, families, community businesses at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Fundraiser to enjoy the Annual Way of Lights colorful Christmas display!! We’re excited about the opportunity to connect with friends, families and supporters from across the Greater St. Louis Area and throughout the country.
Long-sleeve Way Of Lights Run TEK shirts for all participants in both the 5K and 1-1/2 Mile Run/Walks. Register by December 17th to guarantee your shirt size.
Share your photos, videos and words of encouragement to others on the National Shrine of Our Lady of The Snows Facebook page. Continue to make our Annual Way of Lights Run/Walk a part of your family holiday tradition.
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