Light the Way 5k
- Date Sat 20th December 2025
- Time 5:30PM MST
- Location Missoula, Montana
- Price Free - $32.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to light up your holiday season at the Light the Way 5K in Missoula! On Saturday, December 20th, 2025, join fellow runners at the picturesque Fort Missoula Regional Park for an evening filled with festive cheer. This unique 5K run will be adorned with vibrant lights, holiday music, and delightful treats like cookies and hot chocolate to warm your spirits after crossing the finish line.
Kick off the festivities with a free Kid's Half Mile Fun Run at 5 PM, followed by the main event at 6 PM. The course will be lined with luminaires, creating a magical atmosphere for participants of all ages. Plus, don't miss the chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, and show off your holiday spirit by dressing in your ugliest sweater for a chance to win prizes! With custom race bibs, chip timing, and a celebratory finish featuring cookies and candy canes, this event promises to be a highlight of the season. Register early to secure your spot and join the Missoula running community for a joyful celebration!
Kick off the festivities with a free Kid's Half Mile Fun Run at 5 PM, followed by the main event at 6 PM. The course will be lined with luminaires, creating a magical atmosphere for participants of all ages. Plus, don't miss the chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, and show off your holiday spirit by dressing in your ugliest sweater for a chance to win prizes! With custom race bibs, chip timing, and a celebratory finish featuring cookies and candy canes, this event promises to be a highlight of the season. Register early to secure your spot and join the Missoula running community for a joyful celebration!
Organiser's Description
THE 2025 LIGHT THE WAY 5K AND FREE 1/2 MILE KID'S RUN WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE FORT MISSOULA REGIONAL PARK ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20TH.
This festive evening run features colorful lights around the course, holiday music, cookies, and hot chocolate. Christmas cookies & hot cocoa served at the finish!
REGISTRATION:
* September 2nd- November 30th: $30
* December 1st - December 20th (Race Day): $35
SCHEDULE:
Saturday, December 20th (Race Day)
* 10:00AM - 2 Race Day Packet Pick Up in the Runner's Edge Basement
* 4:45PM-5 Race Day Packet Pick Up at Fort Missoula Regional Park
* 5 Kid's Half Mile Fun Run (Free)
* 6 Light the Way 5k Start
* 6:15PM 7 Cookies and Cocoa
* 6 Ugly Sweater Contest and Awards Ceremony for top 3 men and women
RUNNERS RECEIVE
* A 5k course lined with luminaires
* Finish line cookies, candy canes, and cocoa
* Meet and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus
* Ugly Sweater Contest
* Custom race bib
* Chip timing
* A chance to celebrate the holiday season with friends, family, and the Missoula running community!
PARKING
Parking for Fort Missoula Regional Park is located on the South side of the soccer fields. Click here [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fort+Missoula+Regional+Park-+Bella+Vista+Pavilion/@46.8450812,-114.063948,232m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x535dd216cc64faf3:0x7d65556b2996e35a!8m2!3d46.8451425!4d-114.062623] for directions.
QUESTIONS?
_Reach out to [email protected]_
This festive evening run features colorful lights around the course, holiday music, cookies, and hot chocolate. Christmas cookies & hot cocoa served at the finish!
REGISTRATION:
* September 2nd- November 30th: $30
* December 1st - December 20th (Race Day): $35
SCHEDULE:
Saturday, December 20th (Race Day)
* 10:00AM - 2 Race Day Packet Pick Up in the Runner's Edge Basement
* 4:45PM-5 Race Day Packet Pick Up at Fort Missoula Regional Park
* 5 Kid's Half Mile Fun Run (Free)
* 6 Light the Way 5k Start
* 6:15PM 7 Cookies and Cocoa
* 6 Ugly Sweater Contest and Awards Ceremony for top 3 men and women
RUNNERS RECEIVE
* A 5k course lined with luminaires
* Finish line cookies, candy canes, and cocoa
* Meet and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus
* Ugly Sweater Contest
* Custom race bib
* Chip timing
* A chance to celebrate the holiday season with friends, family, and the Missoula running community!
PARKING
Parking for Fort Missoula Regional Park is located on the South side of the soccer fields. Click here [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fort+Missoula+Regional+Park-+Bella+Vista+Pavilion/@46.8450812,-114.063948,232m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x535dd216cc64faf3:0x7d65556b2996e35a!8m2!3d46.8451425!4d-114.062623] for directions.
QUESTIONS?
_Reach out to [email protected]_
Races
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Light the Way 5k
Incl. $2.00 Fee
Sat 20th December 2025 (6:00PM MST)
$32.00
OPENS 02 SEP -
Kid's 1/2 Mile Fun Run (Free)
Sat 20th December 2025 (5:30PM MST)
Free
OPENS 21 OCT
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