Nite Lites Christmas Fun Run/Walk
Nite Lites Christmas Fun Run/Walk is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Brooklyn, MI, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- November 21, 2026 (112 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Join us for an evening of holiday fun at one of Michigan's largest and fastest-growing festive traditions. Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, MI is the perfect place to kick off your holiday season with a memorable run/walk you won't forget.
For ten years, Michigan International Speedway has partnered with Nite Lites Christmas Light Show to create the ideal setting for this charitable event. Surrounded by stunning holiday displays and thousands of animated lights, our Fun Run and Walk will fill you with holiday spirit and competitive energy. The excitement of our participants is what makes this event truly special.
All participants will receive "reindeer antlers" this year as their race entry.
On Your Mark. Get Set. Christmas is Here!
Event Details
Location: 12626 US-12, Brooklyn, MI 49230
MIS Brooklyn Rd (tunnel) entrance
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Times:
- Packet Pickup: 4:00 PM
- On-site Registration: 4:00 PM – 6:15 PM
- Fun Run: 6:00 PM
- Fun Walk: 6:15 PM
This year's charitable proceeds benefit Columbia Central High School Class of 2028.
Early Registration
Begins NOW
Registration Fee: $28.00; Children ages 6-12 $18.00; Children 5 and under FREE
Holiday Merchandise (Available through Wednesday, November 11th):
- Long Sleeve T-Shirt: $16.00
- Hoodie: $25.00
After November 11th, no additional merchandise will be available. Santa's helpers need time to prepare your items!
Race Day Registration
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 6:15 PM
Registration Fee: $33.00
Holiday merchandise may be available onsite while supplies last.
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
45°
Typical Low
26°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tipton 2wnw, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brooklyn, MI
Population
1,047
as of 2023
City Elevation
982 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 42 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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112
Days to train
- Race
- Nite Lites Christmas Fun Run/Walk
- Date
- November 21, 2026
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Nite Lites Christmas Fun Run/Walk
Nov 21, 2026