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Thursday, December 17th, 2026
Depot Street Park, Greenfield IN
5K
26–41°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
35–41°F
dry
2024
35–48°F
dry
2023
41–49°F
rain
2022
24–32°F
dry
2021
28–41°F
rain
2020
28–34°F
dry
2019
16–30°F
rain
2018
30–41°F
dry
2017
35–41°F
dry
2016
27–38°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
Join us on Thursday, December 17, 2026, at 6:00pm for an all-new exciting winter themed event that features the scenic Holiday Lights views of Greenfield Parks! The run/walk follows the Pennsy Trail through Depot Street Park and Brandywine Park. Hear the jingle bells and see lights as you loop between the two. Buddy the Elf leads the exciting Kids Dash before the 5k.
Come join us at Indiana's only Holiday Lights Thursday Night Run! So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the Holiday Lights, this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience!
5K Registration Includes
- Run Walk: Through the Greenfield's Holiday Light Up Parks!
- Chipped Timed: 5K
- Finisher's Medal:
- Long Sleeve Shirt:
- Hot Chocolate:
- Christmas Cookies:
- Christmas Music:
- Free Photos:
Kids Dash Registration Includes
- Run Walk: Through Depot Street Holiday Light Up Park!
- Finisher's Medal:
- Hot Chocolate:
- Christmas Cookies:
- Christmas Music:
- Free Photos:
- Optional Shirt: Long Sleeve Shirt available for purchase (Not Included in Kids Dash Registration).
Race Day Schedule
- 4:00pm - 5:40: Race Day Packet Pickup @ Depot Street Park
- 5:45: Kids Dash Starts
- 6:00: 5K Starts
- 6:00pm - 7:30pm: Post Race Festivities!
More Information
For additional details, please visit the official race page: Holiday Lights @ the Rails 5K & Kids Dash.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Dec 16 – 18, 2026.
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