Virginia · 1 Mile
CarMax Tacky Light Run
CarMax Tacky Light Run is a 1 Mile event held in Midlothian, Virginia. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, December 12, 2026. About 10,975 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Midlothian, VA
- Field size
- ~10,975 runners
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Midlothian, Virginia
- Distances
- 1 Mile
- Field size
- About 10,975 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- sportsbackers.org
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 6:00 PM EST
About the CarMax Tacky Light Run
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. Rally your family and friends because this is a night that’ll have you feeling like you’ve landed in the North Pole!
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CarMax Tacky Light Run: common questions
- When is the CarMax Tacky Light Run?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, December 12, 2026.
- Where is the CarMax Tacky Light Run held?
- In Midlothian, Virginia.
- What distances does the CarMax Tacky Light Run offer?
- 1 Mile.
- How many people run the CarMax Tacky Light Run?
- About 10,975 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the CarMax Tacky Light Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the CarMax Tacky Light Run?
- Yes — registration is open. $25 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the CarMax Tacky Light Run start?
- 6:00 PM EST.
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