Speed the Light 5K
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Event details
The Speed the Light 5K & Kids Fun Run takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Oil City, Louisiana (71061). The event includes a 5K Walk & Run, a Kids Fun Run for children under 11, and a donation entry option. Entry fees listed by the organizer are $30 for the 5K, $15 for the kids fun run, and $30 for the donation option. The course and event area are centered on Land Ave in downtown Oil City.
Purpose and format
The event is connected to the Speed the Light program, a student-initiated volunteer charitable effort that provides equipment to missionaries across the United States and in over 180 countries. The day begins with a short-distance fun run for children under 11, followed by the main 5K walk and run for other participants. Participants are expected to gather in downtown Oil City near Land Ave. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.