Be the Light 10K
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Be The Light 5K - Valencia, CA
Be The Light is a night run and walk held in Valencia, California on September 26, 2026. The event supports A Light of Hope, with a portion of entry proceeds donated to programs for youth in recovery. It takes place at West Creek Park with activities along the San Francisquito Creek paseo trails.
The event uses a 5K loop course that follows the paseo from the West Creek Park entrance down toward Decoro Drive and up to Copper Hill Drive before returning to the finish. The 10K distance is completed by running the 5K loop twice. The 5K loop is described as flat and suitable for running or walking. The course includes one aid station at the halfway point supplying water and electrolytes, and the finish area features a series of light arches and decorations.
Perks listed for participants include an official race shirt, a custom finisher medal, a light wand while supplies last, free race photos, chip timed results, finish line water and food, and awards for the top three finishers. Team participation is tracked with a leaderboard to show team sizes.
The event highlights visual elements of a night run: headlamps, glow bands, light wands, and other illuminated apparel to create a visible show of community support along the trail. The organizers present the event as a family friendly activity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
