2026 Candlelight Walk - November 7, 2026

posted in Leisure Services on October 19, 2026

The annual Candlelight Walk Event will take place Saturday, November 7, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on the Waverly Rail Trail.

Enjoy a FREE, two-mile round trip candlelit stroll on the trail beginning at the trail head shelter behind Kwik Star East, near 412 1st Ave SE in Waverly.

Trail volunteers will place more than 1,500 luminaries along the route to light the way.

At the turnaround point, enjoy complimentary hot cocoa provided by Nestlé Beverage Company alongside a recreational fire.

Weather Cancellation: In the event of inclement weather, a cancellation decision will be made at 3:30 p.m. on the day of the event. There is no rain date.

Event parking will be available at Kwik Star East, the City parking lot east of Kwik Star, the Parks Maintenance Building near the Rail Trail shelter, and the parking lot between Sub City and the Law Center.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact Leisure Services at 319-352-6263 or leisureservices@waverlyia.com.