Be the Light 5K
- Date Sun 14th December 2025
- Time 6:30PM EST
- Location Forest City, North Carolina
- Price $17.40 - $28.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating "Be the Light 5K" taking place on Sunday, December 14th, 2025, in the heart of Forest City, Rutherford! This exciting event invites runners and walkers of all ages to participate in a vibrant community gathering that promotes health and wellness. Register early to take advantage of the $25 entry fee for the 5K Run/Walk, available until November 26th, with the price increasing to $30 thereafter. Youth participants aged 12 and under can join the fun for just $15, and a fun run is also available for the same price!
The day's festivities kick off with packet pick-up and on-site registration at McNair Stadium starting at 5:00 PM, followed by the 5K race and fun run at 6:00 PM. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers, as well as the top three finishers in various age groups, ensuring that everyone has a chance to shine! Don't miss this chance to be a part of an empowering event that celebrates community spirit and fitness. In the event of rain, the race will move to the following Sunday, December 21st, 2025. Mark your calendars and
The day's festivities kick off with packet pick-up and on-site registration at McNair Stadium starting at 5:00 PM, followed by the 5K race and fun run at 6:00 PM. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers, as well as the top three finishers in various age groups, ensuring that everyone has a chance to shine! Don't miss this chance to be a part of an empowering event that celebrates community spirit and fitness. In the event of rain, the race will move to the following Sunday, December 21st, 2025. Mark your calendars and
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION:
5K Run/Walk
$25 if registered before November 26th at midnight
$30 November 27th until Race Day [Note: After November 29th - T-shirts nor sizes requested are guaranteed]
Youth 12 & Under: $15
Fun Run: $15
SCHEDULE:
Sunday - December 15th
5:00pm - 6 Packet Pick Up and On-site Registration at McNair Stadium
6 5K START
6 Fun Run START
****RAIN DATE December 21nd 2025****
AWARDS & AGE GROUPS: [5K Only]
5K: Top 3 Male/Female Overall.
5K: Top 3 finishers in each Age Group < 8, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
5K Race results and scoring will be determined by Gun Time.
5K Run/Walk
$25 if registered before November 26th at midnight
$30 November 27th until Race Day [Note: After November 29th - T-shirts nor sizes requested are guaranteed]
Youth 12 & Under: $15
Fun Run: $15
SCHEDULE:
Sunday - December 15th
5:00pm - 6 Packet Pick Up and On-site Registration at McNair Stadium
6 5K START
6 Fun Run START
****RAIN DATE December 21nd 2025****
AWARDS & AGE GROUPS: [5K Only]
5K: Top 3 Male/Female Overall.
5K: Top 3 finishers in each Age Group < 8, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
5K Race results and scoring will be determined by Gun Time.
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