Night Owl

DEC
11
2026
Run under the stars at Night Owl 5K at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill with a festive trail race and holiday costume contest with prizes. Registration includes one night of field camping for a Friday family campout.
Fri 11 Dec 2026
5 kilometers

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Night Owl 5K : Anne Springs Close Greenway

Night Owl 5K is a night trail event on Greenway trails at the Lake Haigler entrance in Fort Mill, South Carolina, held on Friday, December 11, 2026. The event includes a themed outfit contest with prizes for the top three best-dressed holiday outfits. Participants and spectators may use the Gateway Canteen for food and drinks and the visitor center for gear and membership services. The event is paired with a Friday-night family campout; race registration includes complimentary field camping for one person, and additional campers can be added. The campout is for Friday night only.

Race formats, awards and policies

  • 5K - timed race on the trail course, awards for top 3 overall male and female, and top 3 in each age group.
  • Hike Challenge - untimed walk/hike on the same 5K course.
  • 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk - untimed trail run/walk; finisher’s prize awarded.

Age groups for 5K awards: under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. Early packet pickup is available the day before at the Greenway Gateway. Race registration is non-refundable unless a purchased refund protection plan applies. Transfers more than two weeks before the event may be allowed at the Race Director’s discretion. Events run rain or shine unless severe weather forces a cancellation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Hike Challenge
5 km
Night Owl 5k
1-Mile Fun Run/walk