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Oglebay Twinkle Trot 5k

Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 6:00 PM EST

Location
Wheeling, WV
Oglebay Good Zoo, 345 Zoo Cir, 26003
Featured distance
5K
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Run or walk through a spectacular winter wonderland illuminated by millions of sparkling lights and festive holiday music.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Quirky
  • Festive

Great for: casual, fun-first runners

Embrace the holiday spirit at the Oglebay Twinkle Trot 5k, where you can walk, jog, or sprint through a dazzling winter wonderland. This event invites runners of all levels, including first-timers, to experience the magic of millions of sparkling lights, festive displays, and heartwarming holiday music. Get creative and adorn your race attire with lights and decorations to truly become part of the twinkling landscape. It's a unique opportunity to celebrate the season with a memorable run.

What to expect

Experience a 5K amidst millions of sparkling lights and festive holiday displays.Enjoy heartwarming holiday music as you move through the course.Showcase your creativity by decorating your race attire with lights.

Standout details

  • Millions of sparkling lights
  • Festive holiday displays
  • Heartwarming holiday music
  • Dress up your race attire with lights

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From the organizer

Join us for the 4th Annual Festival of Lights Twinkle Trot

Fun for First-Timers:

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or lacing up your sneakers for the very first time, this event is perfect for everyone. Walk, jog, or sprint through a winter wonderland.

Run Amidst Holiday Magic:

Experience the enchantment as you journey through a landscape adorned with millions of sparkling lights, festive displays, and heartwarming holiday music. Calling all creative spirits! Showcase your holiday decorating skills. Transform your dress into a winter wonderland of lights and decorations. All participants must have a personal light to not only guide them through the race but to make sure other participants can see them. Schedule:

2:00 pm: Registration and activities open 5:00 pm: DJ and Kids Activities 5:45pm : Kids and special Guests Start 6:00 pm: General start This race is chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management

***You Must Register by November 10th to be guaranteed an event shirt!

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