Run the Lights 2026 - Race Registration!

** CLICK "READ MORE" BELOW ** 9th Annual magical run through the light show at Butch Bando's Fantasy of Lights! The most exciting run! 9th Annual Run the Lights 2026 Presented by Ohio ENT & Allergy Physicians! Run or Walk Through the Magical Lights at Butch Bando's Fantasy of Lights! _______________________________________ 📅 Saturday, December 12, 2026 📍 Alum Creek State Park (2911 South Old State Road, Delaware, OH 43015) _______________________________________ ✨ The ONLY time you can run through this stunning 3-mile light display at Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights (normally vehicle-only)! _______________________________________ SUPER SALE STARTS WEDNESDAY, 8/12 @ 8AM! • No registration fees 8/12 ONLY! • FIRST 30 to Register - FREE Snow Trails Experience Pass (Lift Ticket + Rentals - $100 Value) • FIRST 200 to Register - FREE Holiday Light Up Necklace • Only $34 for 3 miles / $39 for 6 miles! 🎉 Bonus Perks – Super Sale ONLY: • Enter to win a $50 Cameron Mitchell gift card – Register by 8/27! • FREE Raising Cane’s Gift Card – Adults get lemonade, kids get a kid’s combo (Super Sale Only)! • Guaranteed race time for Super Sale registrants! • First Access to On-Site Parking SUPER SALE Ends August 27th! _______________________________________ About Run the Lights: Join us for a 3- or 6-mile magical holiday run/walk through the 3-mile-long Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights, celebrating its 27th season! Thousands of lights, joyful vibes, and festive fun — all before sunrise! Bring your family, friends, holiday cheer, and register early — only 700 spots available! _____________________________________________ Distance: 3 miles (single loop) or 6 miles (2 loops – 5:00AM & 5:40AM waves only) 🎟️ Wave Starts Every 10 Minutes: 5:00AM – 6:20AM • 6 Mile: 5:00AM or 5:40AM only • Walker Wave: 5:30AM • Family Wave: 6:20AM • Want a private wave? Email: [email protected] 🎁 Every Participant Receives: • Exciting Holiday Light-Up Hat, 🧤 Winter Gloves, Holiday Socks (NEW) or Tritan Sports Water Bottle (Pick One – $20 value!) See style options here (subject to availablility) • 🏅 Holiday Finish Line Medal • 🎁 Holiday Light Up Necklace (first 200 to register) • 🎟️ Ticket to Westerville Winterfest Post-Race Party (12/13) • 🎫 $5 off Fantasy of Lights Drive-Thru Entry • 🎁 Gift from Ohio ENT & Allergy Physicians • 🏆 Top 3 in each wave receive special medals! _______________________________________ Registration Fees (3 Mile Race Prices - 6 Mile Run is $5 more): • Super Sale Day 1 ($34) - ($39 for 6 mile) – ONE DAY ONLY No Registration Fees!- 8/12 • Super Sale ($34): 8/12 – 8/27 • Early Entry ($38): 8/28 – 11/5 • Entry - Holiday Hat or Gloves Guaranteed ($40): 11/6 – 11/24 - 11:59PM • Late Entry* ($45): 11/25 – 12/8 - Holiday Hats & Gloves NOT Guaranteed • Last Call* ($50): 12/09 – 12/11 - if not sold out Additional hats $7 or gloves/socks $5 each. *Hat or gloves not guaranteed for Late Entry or Last Call Registrations _______________________________________ Parking Options: • Onsite - (LIMIT 100): $10 - Closest access & guaranteed wave time • Berlin Township Firehouse (LIMIT 75) – FREE: Short shuttle ride • Olentangy Berlin High School – FREE: Quick 5–7 min shuttle Buy a parking pass to secure your race time! _______________________________________ Packet Pick-up Options: • Wednesday, December 2nd – 5-7PM – Roadrunner of Hilliard (3687 Park Mill Run Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026) • Saturday, December 5th – 1-3PM – Cleveland Children’s Festival – Westlake Middle School (2260 Dover Center Rd, Westlake, OH 44145) • Wednesday, December 9th – 5-7PM – Roadrunner or Worthington (535 Lakeview Plaza Blvd, Worthington, OH 43085) • Thursday, December 10th – 4-6PM – Merkel Financial (1901 Northwest Blvd, Columbus OH 43212) NO RACE DAY PICK UP! _______________________________________ Post Race Party: Westerville Winterfest – You are Invited! 🎉 Sunday, Dec 13 | 11:30AM – 3PM📍 Otterbein University – Clements Recreation Center🎅 Santa visits (limited to first 90 kids), bounce park, live magician, free ornaments, carnival games, candy canes, and festive shopping! All runners get: • 🎟️ 2 free activity tickets (show race bib at event check-in) • 🎁 Chance for a special Santa Visit (optional, register during sign-up) _______________________________________ Interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor? Email [email protected]. _______________________________________ Additional Notes: 🚫 No pets or spectators on course (strollers OK) ⏳ Course closes at 7:00AM sharp! 🚽 Bathrooms available at shuttle locations only 🔌 Stay on course — do not step off the road ❄️ Event runs rain, snow, or shine (unless severe weather) ___________________________________________________ COMPLETED ITEMS Special Entry Pricing Ends Dec 3rd or till sellout Limited-Time Pricing ! • Only $40 for 3 miles / $45 for 6 miles! On-site parking pass available – Very limited, will sell out! ☃️ Special Holiday Medal for every runner! 🎉 Bonus Perks – Super Sale ONLY: • Enter to win a $50 Cameron Mitchell gift card – Register by 8/21! • FREE Raising Cane’s Gift Card – Adults get lemonade, kids get a kid’s combo (Super Sale Only)! • Guaranteed race time for Super Sale registrants! On-site parking pass available – Very limited, will sell out! ☃️ Snowman Medal for every runner!