Night Light 5k

JUL

2026

Light up your night at the Night Light 5k in Springfield on July 17 with a glow course, music and themed props like cold sparks and confetti. Enjoy swag, a light up finisher medal and lively post race festivities for a fun run or walk.

Fri 17 Jul 2026

Springfield, Missouri

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Night Light 5k takes place on Friday, July 17, 2026, in Springfield, MO (2707 N Farm Rd 123, 65803). The event includes the following distances:

5k Run/Walk
1 Mile Walk

Listed registration prices in the event information are $30 for the 5k (strikethrough price $35) and $25 for the 1 Mile (strikethrough price $30). The price for the 5k is noted to increase after May 4, 2026. The 1 Mile entry showed limited availability in the event listing.

Course, amenities and logistics

Both courses are described as interactive routes with added decor and music along the way. On-course features and event elements include a race start experience with cold sparks, confetti, and fog; pump-up stations; on-course music; themed props such as kraken tentacles and a shark jaw; and glow-in-the-dark arches. Registered participants receive a custom apparel item, complimentary cotton candy and snow cones, and a commemorative light-up finisher medal. An LED running baton and other event swag are listed among participant items. Additional merchandise and services that can be purchased during registration include tank tops, LED glasses, and finisher medal engraving. Packet pickup is scheduled the day before at Fleet Feet Springfield; the event site and post-race activities are at CNH Reman on event day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run/walk

1 Mile Walk