Red Nose 5K - Rocky Mount
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Red Nose 5K and 1 Mile Light Walk
The event is held on 12 November 2026 at Franklin County Recreation Park in Rocky Mount, Virginia, when the Land of Lights display is open to foot traffic for one night only.
Distances
- 5K: six laps of a paved flat half mile loop
- 1 Mile: two laps of the same paved flat half mile loop
Registration is required and the fee is $12.00. Registration closes on 12/10/2026 and no day of event registration is allowed. A finisher medal will be given to participants. Awards are issued to the top three finishers in each age group.
Proceeds support local youth running organizations including Franklin County Cross Country, Christian Heritage Academy, Faith Christian School, and Franklin County Youth Trail Runners. Participants are encouraged to wear festive holiday attire while passing through the illuminated display.
Parking is in the gravel lot adjacent to Sontag Road at the Recreation Park entrance. The event uses a paved, flat loop course and is presented by Franklin County Parks and Recreation with timing services provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
