Rome Lights Fest 5K Walk/Run
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Event details
The Rome Lights Fest 5k Walk/Run takes place on Friday, November 28, 2025, in Rome, NY (198 N. Washington St, 13440). The event is presented by Rome Clean & Green, the City of Rome, and the Roman Runners. The course starts at City Hall on W. Dominick Street, continues up George Street, circles Vogel Park, and returns to the start. The route will be closed to traffic.
Distances
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1.3-Mile Walk
- FREE Kid's Run
Logistics, fees and awards
Participants receive a Rome Lights Fest long sleeve shirt; registrants should sign up by October 16 to increase the chance of getting their preferred size. Packet pickup is available at Rome City Hall. Timing and results are provided by Leone Timing. The event evening includes local food trucks, the city Christmas tree lighting, and a fireworks finale.
Registration pricing on the event page is listed as: $20 (plus processing fee) until September 30; $23 until October 31; $26 until November 14; and $29 until November 28. A reduced fee of $15 applies to participants 18 and under. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers and in age groups: Under 10, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.