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Sunday, December 13th, 2026
2500 Broadway, Lubbock TX
5K · 1 Mile
35–57°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
37–73°F
dry
2024
42–67°F
dry
2023
43–50°F
rain
2022
42–52°F
rain
2021
39–69°F
dry
2020
27–40°F
dry
2019
44–68°F
dry
2018
37–49°F
rain
2017
36–63°F
dry
2016
36–50°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Enjoy the spirit of the season with an evening run on the campus of Texas Tech University. This family-friendly event will have you amazed at the more than 25,000 colored lights that illuminate many buildings on campus. Carolers will entertain the runners along the course. After crossing the finish line, all runners will enjoy Santa's treats on a cold winter's night.
Charity Involvement
Items will be collected for a local children's charity!
Athlete Guide
Check out the Athlete Guide for information about the race - westtexasendurance.com
Important Information
- Packet Pick Up: Information about MANDATORY Packet Pick Up
- Parking: Information on parking arrangements
- Race Details: Information, including start times and course maps
Race Details
Join us on December 13, 2026, at 2500 Broadway, Lubbock, TX. For more details, visit the official race page: Carol of Lights Run.
Course map
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