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Take steps against hunger on the Saturday before Thanksgiving through Making Spirits Bright 's iconic holiday lights show in Evergreen Park before it's open to the public for the season. All proceeds from this event support Sheboygan County Food Bank . In the first eight years of this event, over $630,000 has been raised thanks to the generous support of our community. This has helped us provide nutritious food to thousands of our neighbors over the years! Highlights: Exclusive, on-foot “sneak peek” of Making Spirits Bright Opportunity to receive a goodie bag full of giveaways from sponsors and community partners (first 500 people who register) Complimentary hot chocolate and cookies Photo opportunity with Santa Onsite food trucks Professional race timing on accurately measured course (5K runners only) Free event photos courtesy of local volunteer photographers Award ceremony and after party at 3 Sheeps Brewing 's taproom Children 12 and Under Register to Walk for Free Keeping this a family-friendly event, ages 12 and under register for FREE for any of the walk waves. Inclusiveness Through Community Partnerships Sheboygan County Food Bank is partnering with myTEAMTRIUMPH and Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline to offer free registrations for any athletes, angels, Littles and Bigs. If you're a part of one of these organizations and interested in attending, please reach out to your local contact for registration details. VIP Experience & Parking Passes (Limited Supply Available) Reserve this for one vehicle for an additional $50 during the registration. Upon arrival, participants will be greeted with hot chocolate and cookies, and receive one specially curated bag of Sheboygan County Food Bank swag, treats, and other local goodies! The $50 donation goes directly to support Sheboygan County Food Bank's work to serve local families facing hunger. Food Collection with Chance to Win Door Prizes For the first time, we're partnering with Making
5K Run Award Categories Awards will be given to the top three finishers, male and female, in each of the following age groups: 12 and under, 13-16, 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. The top overall male and female finishers will receive an award and Holiday Lights Hunger Run/Walk hip pack, and are not eligible to receive an award for their respective age category. Award Ceremony and After Party The award ceremony* for the 5K run begins at approximately 5:30 PM following the 5K r
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| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $25.00 | Aug 17 | Oct 1 |
| $30.00 | Oct 1 | Nov 1 | |
| $35.00 | Nov 1 | Nov 21 | |
| 1 Miles | $20.00 | Aug 17 | Oct 1 |
| $25.00 | Oct 1 | Nov 1 | |
| $30.00 | Nov 1 | Nov 21 |
Packet pickup is where participants receive race bibs and pins (5K run), wristbands (1-mile walk), and any apparel or other items that were ordered during the registration process. Each of the first 500 people who registered will also receive a special goodie bag filled with giveaways/materials from sponsors and key partners, including local cheese generously provided by our friends at Sartori and Sargento ! Packets must be picked up before entering the event, and bibs and wristbands must be wor
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 305 | 31:24 | 18:41 |
| 2024 | 324 | 29:07 | 18:14 |
| 2023 | 238 | 29:59 | 17:42 |
| 2022 | 215 | 30:57 | 18:28 |
| 2021 | 248 | 31:36 | 17:21 |
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Parking for Volunteers and Participants with Reserved Parking Passes Volunteers as well as participants with VIP Experience & Parking Passes and Disabled Parking Passes park at the Quarryview Center parking lot (closest to event). Parking instructions will be emailed to pass holders by Monday, November 17 . Free Parking and Shuttle Service Please note that beginning at 3:00 PM on the day of the event there is no parking at the Quarryview Center parking lot located at 3401 Calumet Dr. in Sheb