Be The Light 5k

Saturday, December 2, 2023 Past event

4:30 PM EST

Archdale, North Carolina

Free–$43.40 · 3 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the exciting Be The Light 5K on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023, in beautiful Archdale, Randolph at Creekside Park! This festive charity event, co-hosted by Run 5 Feed 5 and SerCo, promises not only a thrilling 5K run/walk but also a heartwarming opportunity to support local families in need this holiday season. Starting at 4:30 PM, participants will enjoy a lively course through the park, culminating in the annual Creekside Tree Lighting celebration.

This family-friendly event is packed with holiday cheer, featuring food trucks, a candy cane hunt for children, photo opportunities with Santa and the Grinch, crafts, cookies with Mrs. Claus, hot cocoa, and delightful marshmallow roasting. All proceeds from the Be The Light 5K will go towards feeding hungry children and providing gifts for families in need, making it a meaningful way to celebrate the season of giving. Don’t miss out on this uplifting community gathering—come be a part of the joy and light this December!

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Races

5k Run/Walk

Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt (SIZE NOT GUARANTEED)

4:30 PM EST

$43.40

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Virtual Run
Virtual

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt (SIZE NOT GUARANTEED)

4:30 PM EST

$32.80

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Volunteers

4:30 PM EST

Free

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Organiser's description

We are excited to share with you that Run 5 Feed 5 and SerCo are teaming up to bring you a 5K charity event at Creekside Park. Run 5 Feed 5, is a 501c3 organization that hosts events throughout the year to fund programs that feed hungry children as well as stock a pantry for local schools. SerCo Club, is a 501c3 organization that hosts events throughout the year as well as helping families, kids and elders at Christmas since 1984.

Run 5 Feed 5 and SerCo will co-host the second annual Be the Light 5K with the proceeds feeding hungry children and providing gifts for children and families in need this Christmas.

The event will be held on Saturday, December 2nd beginning at 4:30pm. This will be a HUGE family event for the holidays at Creekside Park! The event will start off with a 5K run/walk through the park and end the 5K with the annual Creekside Tree Lighting as well as many activities for families including: food trucks, candy cane hunt for the children, photo booth pictures with Santa and the Grinch, crafts, cookies with Mrs. Claus, hot cocoa, roasting marshmallows and lots more!