Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k
About this race
The Monroe County Fairgrounds is back again for the 2nd annual Holiday Lights 5k. For year two we are adding a race shirt, timing, and making it a true 5k event. This unique 5k takes you through the fairgrounds holiday lights route 2.5 times and ends at the fairgrounds free stage. Come join us and make this a new holiday family tradition!
This year's event will take place Tuesday, December 23, 2025.
Packet Pickup will start at 6pm and the run/walk will begin at 7pm. Please enter the fairgrounds through gate 4 and try to arrive no later than 6:30 to allow time for the crowd to complete packet pickup. We will try to start promptly at 7pm.
Join fellow runners on December 22, 2026 for the Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Bloomington.
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Monroe County Holiday Lights 5k takes place in Bloomington, Indiana, United States. The local timezone is America/Indiana/Indianapolis.
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