About This Race
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Kick Off the Holidays at the 2026 Southern Lights Stroll! π
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π Kentucky Horse Park | Saturday, November 21, 2026
Ready, set⦠GLOW!
Itβs that magical time of year againβand thereβs no better way to jumpstart your holiday season than by literally lighting the way! Join us for the Southern Lights Stroll, your one-night-only chance to walk, run, and twirl through the iconic lights of the Kentucky Horse Parkβbefore the cars take over! Whether you're chasing a personal best or strolling with hot cocoa in hand, there's something for everyone:
π 5K Chip-Timed Race β Starts at 5:30 PM
π All 5K participants are expected to start at 5:30 PM
πΆββοΈ Stroll (Untimed Walk) β Begins at 6:00 PM
π All Stroll participants must be on the course by 8:00 PMβdonβt miss the magic!
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The fun doesnβt stop at the finish line!
Once you cross into the Holiday Village, stick around for a night of merry memory-making:
π Photos with Santa
π¬ Tootieβs Peppermint CafΓ©
π Mini Train Rides
πΆ Music, lights, and holiday vibes
π And even more surprises to be revealed!
π Limited-edition event shirts go to the first 2,000 adults registeredβso donβt wait!
π§ Discounted prices for Kids 7 to 12 in either event; Kids 6 & under participate FREE in the Stroll!
ποΈ Packet Pickup Details:
π Visitor Information Center at the Kentucky Horse Park
Thursday, November 19 | 4:30β7:00 PM
Friday, November 20 | 4:30β7:00 PM
Saturday, November 21 | Starting at 4:00 PM
INSIDER TIP: Pick up your packet on Thursday or Friday to make race day a breeze
π Exciting News! π
We're thrilled to announce a brand-new route for this year's Southern Lights Stroll! Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to explore a reimagined path filled with dazzling lights, festive cheer, and magical surprises around every turn. Whether you're a returning fan or a first-time visitor, this new route promises an unforgettable experience for all ages.
π Start Line: In front of the Kentucky Horse Park Visitors Center
π Finish Line: Right in the heart of the festive Holiday Village
π Join the glow. Feel the joy. Start the season with sparkle.
The Southern Lights Stroll is more than a raceβitβs a celebration. Bring your family, your friends, your dog (on a leash, of course), and your holiday spirit!
See you under the lights!
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