Festival of Lights 5K - Morrisville
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Festival of Lights 5K - Morrisville, VT
The Festival of Lights 5K is a nighttime 5K event in Morrisville, Vermont on December 11, 2026, organized by Big Cat Running as part of the town's Festival of Lights celebration. The route follows the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail in an out-and-back format, totaling 3.11 miles. The course starts in downtown Morrisville and finishes at Oxbow Riverfront Park.
This is a night race with required headlamps and encouraged glow items. The trail and route will be decorated with lights and luminaries. The surface is typically packed snow in December; participants are advised to dress for winter conditions and consider traction. Strollers, walkers, and leashed dogs are welcome. Parking is available in downtown lots and at the high school; there is no parking at Oxbow Park.
Race-day bib pickup is at The Town Offices (Tegu Building) at 43 Portland St. An early bib pickup is planned for Thursday 12/10 with location to be announced. Registration pricing noted in advance and onsite differs by category, and stated fees do not include UltraSignup processing. A portion of proceeds supports the Morrisville Alliance for Culture and Commerce.
The finish area at Oxbow Riverfront Park includes a riverside celebration with s'mores, hot cocoa, music, and awards. Awards include top three male and top three female finishers and age-group prizes across standard adult brackets. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
