Be the Light 5K - Goodlettsville
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Be the Light 5K & Walk - Goodlettsville
This community running and walking event takes place on August 15, 2026, at Moss Wright Park, 745 Caldwell Drive, Goodlettsville, TN 37072. The event honors the memory and spirit of Janie Grace Moss and cites Matthew 5:16 as part of its purpose.
Proceeds are designated for several local ministries and scholarships, including Grace Place Ministry, City of Children Orphanage, Siran Stacey Ministries/Shelly Mae Foundation, Magnolia Foundation, Hendersonville Scholarship, and Phoenix Haven. The event description emphasizes remembrance, community support, and continuing the honoree’s legacy of service.
Participation categories include:
- 5K Run: a timed course.
- Kids Run: shorter distance for children 12 and under.
- 1 Mile Walk: an untimed walk.
Registration details listed in the event information note an early registration rate of $35 through July 1, with a $10 discount for participants 17 and under. Registration increases to $45 on July 2, and race t-shirts are not guaranteed for registrations after July 20, 2026. Prizes are planned for the top three overall male and female finishers in the 5K and for the top three youth runners in the kids race.
Event logistics and policies include a request that strollers line up toward the rear, a prohibition on dogs on the course, a rain or shine policy with final registrations nonrefundable, free volunteer socks for the first 400 registrants, and packet pick up options on Friday, August 14 and on race day at specified locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
