Twas the Night Before 5K
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Event overview
Twas the Night Before 5K takes place on December 2, 2025, at Firestone Park in Columbiana, Ohio. The event is presented by the Siembida & Boggs Philanthropic Foundation and is the 13th annual running of the race. It includes a 5K Run/Walk and a virtual participant option. The 5K route passes through the Joy of Christmas light show, which features over 1,000,000 lights. The race is chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown and the start and finish are located near Pavilion #1 next to Mirror Lake.
Logistics and participant information
Registration includes a long sleeve participant shirt, a commemorative finisher medal, and a chip-timed custom bib number; the listed entry fee is $30. Online registration closes on November 29, 2025 at midnight and there will be no race day packet pick-up or on-site registration. Packet pick-up occurs on designated dates at Fleet Feet Boardman and at Birdfish Brewery in Columbiana; virtual participants may pick up a packet or request mail delivery for a $11 fee. After the race there is a free after party at Birdfish Brewery with soup for participants. Cookies are available inside Pavilion #1 and a DJ will provide music near the finish area. Current participant count: 287. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.