PJ 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk thru Glittering Lights

Get ready for a festive, family‑friendly evening at the racetrack! The annual PJ 5K Run & 1‑Mile Walk invites you — and your loved ones — to don your holiday pajamas, lace up your sneakers (or push the stroller), and join in a fun, illuminated stroll or jog through the dazzling light display at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Why this event is perfect for families

• It’s timed for late afternoon/evening (4:30 p.m. start) so you’ll be running/walking under the lights — the magic kicks in as the sun sets.
• Two distance options: a full 5K run or a 1‑mile walk — great for all ages and fitness levels.
• Participants (yes, even the kids) cross the finish line and receive a finisher’s medal — a fun keepsake for families.
• After the finish, there’s cookies and milk waiting! What’s better for kids (and big kids) than a treat after the workout? 
  
• Love animals? You can even bring your dog (in jammies!) to walk through the lights on‑leash. 
  
• Optional: bring a new pair of children’s pajamas to donate — doing good while having fun. Donate PJs, get entered in a drawing for two VIP tickets to a 2026 NASCAR race. 
• All proceeds benefit children in need throughout Southern Nevada — making this a meaningful holiday‑season outing.

Event schedule & details

• Packet pick‑up: Thursday, November 13 (3:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.) at a location to be determined.
• On‑site registration opens at 3:00 p.m. on November 16. 
• Race/Walk starts at 4:30 p.m.
• Bring your family, friends, strollers, and jammies — it’s more than a workout, it’s a holiday experience.
  

Tips for families

• Dress warm: Even though it begins in late afternoon, it’s November and temperatures drop after sunset — layering is smart.
  
• Wear reflective gear or attach lights to your outfit/pet— you’ll be walking/running through an illuminated display so visibility helps.
  
• Stroller friendly? Yes. The 1‑mile walk is ideal for younger kids and families.
  
• Bring your camera: Expect festive photo ops — from lights to mascots to family moments in pajamas.
  
• Plan for parking and arrival time: Allow extra time to enter the speedway and find your way.
  
• Make a night of it: After the event, you might opt to stay for the full “Glittering Lights” drive‑through or plan an outing nearby — a fun holiday tradition in the making.