CarMax Tacky Light Run
Updated
Saturday, December 12, 2026, first start 3:45 PM, in Midlothian (13301 N Woolridge Rd). Distances: 1 mile. Entry from $25.
Course and race notes
We’re turning RVA’s favorite holiday tradition into a can’t miss experience for walkers, runners, Santa-lovers, and elves-at-heart!
Spend the night immersed in holiday cheer and discover dozens of homes with over-the-top tacky lights in the Walton Park neighborhood.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 12
2026 · in 35 days
Start time
3:45 PM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile
Price
$25
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 12 (in 35 days)
Opened Jul 24, 2026
Race day in Midlothian
Weather
50° / 30°F
Typical high and low for December 12, with a 26% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Crozier, VA (17.4 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:15 AM – 4:53 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
14 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest under 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- Angelo's restaurant0.5 mi
- Jo-Jo's Famous Pizza restaurant0.5 mi
- 870 Restaurant restaurant0.6 mi
- Eddy's restaurant0.6 mi
9 places to eat within 0.6 mi.
Nearest public restroom: 0.5 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 11
Where to stay
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