
Way of Lights Run is a running race on January 1, 2027 in Belleville, IL, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
We are looking forward to gathering together- runners, volunteers, families, community businesses at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Fundraiser to enjoy the Annual Way of Lights colorful Christmas display!! We’re excited about the opportunity to connect with friends, families and supporters from across the Greater St. Louis Area and throughout the country.
Long-sleeve Way Of Lights Run TEK shirts for all participants in both the 5K and 1-1/2 Mile Run/Walks. Register by December 17th to guarantee your shirt size.
Share your photos, videos and words of encouragement to others on the National Shrine of Our Lady of The Snows Facebook page. Continue to make our Annual Way of Lights Run/Walk a part of your family holiday tradition.
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
41°
Typical Low
26°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cahokia St Louis Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Population
41,722
as of 2023
City Elevation
490 ft
Nearest Airport
BLV
Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 26 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.
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Way of Lights Run
Jan 1, 2027