Night Nation Run - Raleigh

AUG

22

2026

Night Nation Run is a running music festival at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary. The course features live DJs, light shows, and special effects, leading to a main stage after party. The event also supports cancer research through its charity partnership.

Sat 22 Aug 2026

Apex, North Carolina

Registration

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Event Overview

Night Nation Run is described as the world's first running music festival. The event combines a run with a music festival atmosphere. It takes place at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary, North Carolina.

Event Features

The course features live DJs, bubble zones, light shows, neon elements, and black lights. The event concludes with a main stage after-party featuring headliner DJs. The event supports Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) as its official charity. Registrants can donate to receive a customizable "I STAND UP FOR" race bib.

Registration Details

Registration is offered in three tiers: Standard, Premium, and VIP. The Premium and VIP registrations include a Night Nation T-shirt. All registrations include a race bib, a glow necklace, free giveaways, access to pre-race and post-race concerts, and admission to the after-party. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.