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Friday, November 20th, 2026
9209 W 179th Street, Overland Park KS
5K · 1 Mile
36–53°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
48–60°F
rain
2024
39–49°F
dry
2023
42–46°F
rain
2022
20–45°F
dry
2021
40–57°F
dry
2020
51–61°F
dry
2019
47–65°F
rain
2018
21–42°F
dry
2017
43–57°F
dry
2016
31–49°F
dry
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About this race
🎉 Get Into the Holiday Spirit!
Join us for the annual Holiday Luminary 5K at the Overland Park Arboretum. Be one of the first to preview the holiday light display before it opens to the public. The race will start and finish near the LongHouse Visitors Center and feature:
- Carolers: Enjoy festive music along the course.
- Cookies: Indulge in treats while you run.
- Holiday Festivities: Experience fun and excitement at the finish line.
- Location: 9209 W 179th Street, Overland Park, KS.
💰 Entry Fee
You're going to love this swag you can wear all season:
- Event Shirts: Long-sleeve shirts will be provided.
- Finisher Medals: Awesome light-up medals will be awarded.
- Light-Up Add-Ons: Get festive and glowy with fun accessories.
- Holiday Treats: Enjoy delicious snacks along the way.
🎟️ Admission Tickets
The Overland Park Arboretum has a mandatory admissions ticket fee:
- Adults: $7 for adults.
- Children 6-17: $3 for ages 6-17.
- Children Under 5: Free for children 5 and under.
- Purchase Tickets: Ensure you choose an admission ticket option during checkout.
🏅 Medals
All finishers will receive a fun lighted medal. Pro tip: use them as tree decorations each year!
👕 Long Sleeve Event Shirts
All registrants who sign up before the shirt deadline will get one of our long-sleeve event shirts:
- Deadline: Register before November 17 to receive a shirt.
- Sizing: Unisex sizing is available.
- Quality: These shirts are super soft and perfect for the holidays.
🍪 Holiday Cookie Aid Stations
All racecourse aid stations will feature a special treat:
- Cookie Platter: Indulge in a delightfully sweet platter of cookies.
- A Whole Lotta Cheer: Enjoy a festive atmosphere at every station.
🎊 Post Race Entertainment
The finish venue is a holiday party! Experience:
- Photo Ops: Capture wonderful moments with friends and fellow runners.
- Delicious Treats: Relish in more treats after the race.
🎶 Post Race Music & Dancing
Our DJ will be spinning holiday beats all evening long, from classic holiday songs to more upbeat favorites.
🏆 Awards Ceremony and Random Door Prizes
There are no official awards ceremonies, but we will have:
- Results: Available for all participants.
- Age Group Awards: Prizes for first place in each age group.
- Raffle Prizes: Participate for a chance to win!
For more information, visit Holiday Luminary 5K.
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