Christmas in Meridian Winter Lights Parade & Tree Lighting
Participants take to the starting line for a holiday run and walk in Kent. The course leads runners and walkers along the scenic Green River. Following the race, awards are presented to participants in each age group.
All ages
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Tickets
Participants 13 and under run free courtesy of Taylor Farms. Race-day registration is $25 starting at 8 a.m.; current-year shirts are not available on race day.
Hours
10k: 9:50 a.m.; 5k: 10:00 a.m.
Neighborhood
Old Town Meridian
Parking
Hogan Park at Russell Road, 24400 Russell Road, Kent, WA.
Accessibility
Strollers are welcome. Line up at a sensible spot at the start.
Pets
Dogs should stay at home during the Christmas Rush because of the number of people on the course and tight quarters at the start.
Tips & Advice
- Pre-register if you want this year's race shirt, because people who sign up on race day can't get current-year shirts.
- Pick up your packet at Road Runner Sports in Kent Station on Thursday, December 10, and collect your friends' packets while you're there.
- Sign up the kids too, because runners 13 and under go free courtesy of Taylor Farms and awards go to every age group.
- 10K runners should look over the new course before race day. It starts on 240th in front of the city shops and heads north on Frager Rd.
- Pre-registration fees may not be refunded if weather or road conditions cancel the race, but organizers will try to move you to a future Kent Parks race.
Special Events & Promotions
- New 10K course this year: it starts on 240th in front of the city shops, follows Frager Rd and crosses into Van Doren's Landing Park.
- Kids 13 and under run free, courtesy of Taylor Farms.
- Packet pickup is Thursday, December 10, at Road Runner Sports, Kent Station.
Links & Contact
Run by City of Meridian
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Frequently Asked Questions
What distances can I choose?
There's a 10K run and a 5K run or walk, and both follow the Green River.
Can kids take part?
Yes. Kids 13 and under run free, courtesy of Taylor Farms, and awards go to every age group after the race.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Dogs should stay home because of the number of people on the course and the tight quarters at the start.
Are strollers allowed?
Yes. Just line up at a sensible spot at the start.
Where do I pick up my packet?
Packet pickup is on Thursday, December 10, at Road Runner Sports in Kent Station, and you can pick up for friends. If you miss it, you can collect your shirt and bib on race morning.
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