Santa's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- 34W002 Cherry Ln, Geneva, IL
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk (Untimed) · 5K Run/Walk - Extended Online Registration & more
From the Organizer
Santa's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk - 12/5/2026
Geneva, IL
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Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website AllCommunityEvents.com.
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
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from West Chicago Dupage Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Geneva, IL
Population
21,299
as of 2023
Elevation
729 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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180
Days to train
- Race
- Santa's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- 34W002 Cherry Ln, Geneva, IL
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Santa's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk?
- Santa's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Geneva, Illinois on December 5, 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 Santa's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Geneva, Illinois at 34W002 Cherry Ln, Geneva, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Santa's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Santa's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk
Dec 5, 2026