Santa's Run through the Lights 5K
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Santa's Run through the Lights 5K - Geneva, IL
Santa's Run through the Lights is a nighttime 5K run and walk in Geneva, Illinois on December 5, 2026. Most of the course runs through Santa's Rock N Lights and is on paved roads. The event includes a Kids Dash with a finisher ribbon.
At the finish there is hot chocolate, a chocolate covered pretzel, and options for a finisher's mug and medal; those items may require an additional purchase. The event offers participant gear in Santa red or green shirts, with the green shirt style available for a $6.99 upgrade.
The run is chip timed and has a course time limit of 1 hour 20 minutes. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and overall in the 5K chip timed category; participants must be present on event day to receive medals. Age categories range from 10 and under up to 70 plus.
Packet options include mail delivery for a fee and on site packet pick up; participants who do not pick up gear on event day may incur mailing fees. Event address is Kane County Cougars, 34W002 Cherry Lane, Geneva, IL 60134. On site parking is at 1000 S Kirk Road and entry to race parking is available only via S Kirk Road. Bright flashing lights are present on the course and water stations provide water. No gear check is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
