Lights & Laces 5K is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Lake Wales, FL, with an entry fee of $25.
From the Organizer
Lace up, light up the way. Join the Surviving the Standard Foundation for the Lights and Laces Winter Classic 5K on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Lake Wailes Park in Lake Wales, Florida. This chip-timed 5K follows the lighted, paved Lake Wailes Trail along the water and brings the community together in support of those who answer the call: law enforcement, fire, EMS, medical, corrections and dispatch. Every registration includes a race shirt and directly funds scholarships and leadership development for aspiring public safety professionals across Polk County and beyond. The Surviving the Standard Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Run, walk or cheer. Every step lights the way for the next generation of public safety.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
17%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mtn Lake, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
16,365
as of 2023
City Elevation
132 ft
Nearest Airport
LAL
Lakeland Linder International Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
MCO
Orlando International Airport · 42 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Lights & Laces 5K
Dec 12, 2026