Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k
- Date
- December 22, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run / Walk
From the Organizer
The Monroe County Fairgrounds is back again for the 2nd annual Holiday Lights 5k. For year two we are adding a race shirt, timing, and making it a true 5k event. This unique 5k takes you through the fairgrounds holiday lights route 2.5 times and ends at the fairgrounds free stage. Come join us and make this a new holiday family tradition!
This year's event will take place Tuesday, December 23, 2025.
Packet Pickup will start at 6pm and the run/walk will begin at 7pm. Please enter the fairgrounds through gate 4 and try to arrive no later than 6:30 to allow time for the crowd to complete packet pickup. We will try to start promptly at 7pm.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
39°
Typical Low
24°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bloomington Indiana Univ.
Host City
About Bloomington, IN
Population
78,791
as of 2023
Elevation
810 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 40 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.
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k
- Date
- December 22, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k?
- Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k is a running race held in Bloomington, Indiana on December 22, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k?
- Tuesday, December 22, 2026 in Bloomington, Indiana at 5700 W Airport Rd, Bloomington, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k
Dec 22, 2026