Galaxy of Lights Races
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About the race
The Galaxy of Lights Races are held at the Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL. The events use the Galaxy of Lights trail and the course is mostly paved with occasional gravel sections.
- 5k Race (3.1 miles) timed, two staggered waves, mostly paved with occasional gravel
- 3k Fun Run (1.8 miles) not timed, strollers welcome, mostly paved with occasional gravel
The 5k is a timed race with staggered start waves and participants must start with their assigned wave for accurate timing. The 3k is not timed. Access to the Galaxy of Lights displays during these events is limited to registered participants.
Participant restrictions differ by event. For the 5k pets, strollers, headphones, and non-registered participants are not allowed. For the 3k pets, headphones, and non-registered participants over age 3 are not allowed; strollers are permitted. Children age 3 and under may join the 3k without registration but will not receive a commemorative shirt.
Registration fees include a commemorative long-sleeved tech t-shirt for registrants, with ages 0-3 excluded for the 3k shirt. Fees are listed separately for the 5k, the 3k by age group, and a combo pack. Late registration begins on Nov 2. All registrations are final, non-transferable, and non-refundable.
Packet pick-up is available at Fleet Feet Sports in Huntsville on Nov 27 and at the Huntsville Botanical Garden inside the Nichols Arbor on Nov 30 and Dec 1. Enter the Garden via the main entrance with large columns or park at Morris School; attendants will direct parking.
The 5k awards top finishers overall, top masters age 40 and over, and the top three finishers in age groups from 9 and under through 65 and over. The event runs rain or shine; lightning may cause delays or cancellation. In the event of cancellation there are no refunds and entry fees will be donated to the Huntsville Botanical Garden; packets will be available at the Garden. Race results will be posted by the Huntsville Track Club. Awards not claimed at the event may be picked up at the Garden front desk through Dec 5. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
