Light Up the Night Fun Run & Walk
About this race
Light Up the Night with RunVermont and the Church Street Marketplace!
When: Friday, December 18 | 5:30 PM (check in starting at 5:10 PM)Where: Church Street Marketplace (meet at the tree at the top of Church Street!)
Distance: 1 Fun Mile
Cost: FREE!
The days might be getting darker, but the Church Street Marketplace is ready to light up the night with festive cheer! Bundle up and join RunVermont for an evening of movement and merriment! We're getting festive with a fun 1-mile jaunt through downtown Burlington.
What to Expect:
- A fun run/walk through the heart of Church Street and around City Hall Park
- FREE glowsticks for every participant to light up your route!
- No timing, no pressure—just pure festive fun
- A warm community atmosphere celebrating the season
- All ages and abilities are welcome. Whether you stroll, walk, jog, or run, this event is all about gathering together and embracing the holiday spirit. Bring your friends, family, neighbors, and anyone who loves a good time. Please leave pets at home, or on the sidelines to spectate.
The Fun Doesn't Stop at the Finish Line!
After our glow-filled loop, stick around for the spectacular Light Parade, featuring decorated trucks showing off their holiday sparkle starting at 6:00 PM. Then warm up by exploring the Church Street Marketplace's incredible local shops and restaurants. It's the perfect evening to support Burlington businesses while soaking in the seasonal magic.
Registration is required for all participants (yes, even the little ones!) so we can ensure everyone gets their glowsticks and stays safe on the route.
See you under the lights!
NOTE: Vermont's weather in December is highly variable and in order to provide a safe experience, this event is subject to cancellation. Please stay up to date with any emails we send out to registrants and check Facebook and Instagram for any changes in event status.
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Light Up the Night Fun Run & Walk
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Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Burlington, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:24 AM and sets at 4:14 PM local time (EST) in Burlington on December 18, 2026 — 8h 50m of daylight.
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- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
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