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Lights and Strides 5k

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Vandalia, Illinois, United States

calendar_today 15 Nov, 2025

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About the Event

Join us for a festive evening of fun and holiday cheer at the Lights and Strides 5K through Rogier Park, hosted by the Fayette County CEO Program! This holiday-themed walk/run invites participants of all ages to enjoy Christmas lights, music, and appearances from your favorite holiday characters along the route through Rogier Park—perfect for photos and festive memories. After you finish your 5k, warm up with food from local food trucks and a cozy cup of hot chocolate. All participants registered by the deadline will receive an event t-shirt. Medals will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in each age group. The race will be chip timed to ensure accurate results. Celebrate the season with us at this merry and bright community event!

Parking: SBL Fayette County Hospital

**WEATHER DISCLAIMER: THIS IS A NON REFUNDABLE RACE**

Races Offered

5k

Nov 15, 2025

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

16:45

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Vandalia.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 4.1° / 13.2°

wb_sunny 0.1° / 9.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.3 /

water_drop 68.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 4.1° / 13.2°

wb_sunny 0.1° / 9.8°

air 12.3 km/h

water_drop 68.2%

About Vandalia

Learn more about the host city, Vandalia.

Vandalia is a city in Central Illinois. The town where Abraham Lincoln began his political career, Vandalia was the state capital of Illinois from 1820 to 1839. As a member of the state legislature, in 1837 Lincoln made his first comments against slavery in Vandalia.