Southern Lights Stroll 5K

Southern Lights Stroll 5K Race Information

<p>&#x1f31f;&#x1f385;<strong> Kick Off the Holidays at the 2025 Southern Lights Stroll!</strong> &#x1f385;&#x1f31f;<br />&#x1f4cd; Kentucky Horse Park | Saturday, November 22, 2025</p> <p><strong>Ready, set… GLOW!</strong><br />It’s that magical time of year again—and there’s 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 Park—before the cars take over! Whether you&#39;re chasing a personal best or strolling with hot cocoa in hand, there&#39;s something for everyone:</p> <p>&#x1f3c1; 5K Chip-Timed Race – Starts at 5:30 PM<br />&#x1f6b6;‍♀️ Stroll (Untimed Walk) – Begins at 6:00 PM<br />&#x1f384; All participants must be on the course by 8:00 PM—don’t miss the magic!<br /><br /></p> <p>&#x1f385; The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line!<br />Once you cross into the Holiday Village, stick around for a night of merry memory-making:</p> <p>&#x1f381; Photos with Santa<br />&#x1f36c; Tootie’s Peppermint Café<br />&#x1f682; Mini Train Rides<br />&#x1f3b6; Music, lights, and holiday vibes<br />&#x1f389; And even more surprises to be revealed!</p> <p><br />&#x1f455; Limited-edition event shirts go to the first 2,000 adults registered—so don’t wait!</p> <p><br />&#x1f467; <strong>Kids 12 &amp; under participate FREE!</strong> (Want a shirt for your 7–12-year-old? Just register them as an adult.)</p> <p>&#x1f39f;️ <strong>Packet Pickup Details:</strong><br />&#x1f4cd; Visitor Information Center at the Kentucky Horse Park</p> <p>Thursday, November 20 | 4:30–7:00 PM<br />Friday, November 21 | 4:30–7:00 PM<br />Saturday, November 22 | Starting at 4:00 PM</p> <p><strong>INSIDER TIP: </strong>Pick up your packet on Thursday or Friday to make race day a breeze</p> <p> </p> <p>&#x1f31f; <strong>Exciting News!</strong> &#x1f31f;<br />We&#39;re thrilled to announce a brand-new route for this year&#39;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&#39;re a returning fan or a first-time visitor, this new route promises an unforgettable experience for all ages.<br />&#x1f4cd; <strong>Start Line:</strong> In front of the Kentucky Horse Park Visitors Center<br />&#x1f389; <strong>Finish Line:</strong> Right in the heart of the festive Holiday Village</p> <p> <br />&#x1f384; Join the glow. Feel the joy. Start the season with sparkle.<br />The Southern Lights Stroll is more than a race—it’s a celebration. Bring your family, your friends, your dog (on a leash, of course), and your holiday spirit!</p> <p>See you under the lights! </p>