Night Light 5k
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Night Light 5k - Springfield, MO
The Night Light 5k takes place on July 17, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri, at 2707 N Farm Rd 123. The event offers both a short run and a walk along decorated, illuminated routes designed for evening participation.
The event includes these distances:
- 5k Run/Walk
- 1 Mile Walk
The course features a theatrical race start with cold sparks, confetti, and fog. Along the route there are pump-up stations, on-course music, themed props such as kraken tentacles and a shark jaw, and glow-in-the-dark arches. Organizers describe the routes as arranged to maximize exposure to decor, music, and participant interaction.
Registered participants receive event items including custom apparel, complimentary cotton candy and snow cones, and an LED running baton. Finishers receive a commemorative light-up medal. Additional event merchandise may be available for purchase through registration, including tank tops, LED glasses, cyber glasses, and medal engraving.
Packet pickup is scheduled the day before at Fleet Feet Springfield. Parking and route maps are provided by the organizers for the event location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
