Glenwood Gardens Night Lights Run
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 9:00PM EDT
- Location Cincinnati, Ohio
- Price $26.00
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Glenwood Gardens Night Lights Run on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Cincinnati, Hamilton County! This unique nighttime event kicks off at 9:00 PM, inviting runners and walkers alike to experience the beauty of Glenwood Gardens illuminated by vibrant colored lights. The course features easy-to-follow pathways and excellent footing, making it perfect for both seasoned athletes and casual participants.
Whether you choose the two-loop run course, which qualifies for the Dirty Dozen points, or the one-loop walking course, you’re in for a fantastic evening filled with fun and community spirit. Enjoy delicious treats, compete for individual event awards, and take home a tech shirt available for purchase. With a registration fee of just $23.50, plus discounts for kids 14 and under, the Glenwood Gardens Night Lights Run is an event not to be missed. Mark your calendars and get ready to make unforgettable memories under the stars!
Whether you choose the two-loop run course, which qualifies for the Dirty Dozen points, or the one-loop walking course, you’re in for a fantastic evening filled with fun and community spirit. Enjoy delicious treats, compete for individual event awards, and take home a tech shirt available for purchase. With a registration fee of just $23.50, plus discounts for kids 14 and under, the Glenwood Gardens Night Lights Run is an event not to be missed. Mark your calendars and get ready to make unforgettable memories under the stars!
Organiser's Description
DIRT DAYS TRAIL SERIES - GLENWOOD GARDENS NIGHT LIGHTS RUN
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 9:00 PM
DATE IS TENTATIVE PENDING PARK APPROVAL
GLENWOOD GARDENS HAMILTON COUNTY PARK
GLENWOOD GARDENS NIGHT LIGHTS RUN. UNIQUE NIGHT RUN THROUGH THE PARK.
THIS EVENT BEGINS AT 9:00 PM ON SATURDAY EVENING.
COURSE WILL BE MARKED WITH COLORED LIGHTS. PATHWAYS ARE EASY TO FOLLOW AND FOOTING IS VERY GOOD.
HEADLAMPS AND/OR FLASHLIGHTS ARE NOT REQUIRED BUT OK TO BRING IF YOU WISH.
THIS EVENT IS A POINTS QUALIFIER FOR THE DIRT DAYS TRAIL SERIES
LOCATION:
LINK TO GLENWOOD GARDENS WEB PAGE [http://www.greatparks.org/parks/glenwood-gardens]
Glenwood Gardens Park, 10397 SPRINGFIELD PIKE CINCINNATI, OH 45215 [https://goo.gl/maps/GQZxPjK7oBF15XVQA]
GPS COORDINATES: 39.258557, -84.472715 [https://goo.gl/maps/6qSU2dHmcQe92Dkh9]
GREAT PARKS OF HAMILTON COUNTY:
You may be asked to show a valid park pass when entering the park. Daily passes are available
THE COURSE:
Course will be marked with colored lights. Pathways are easy to follow and footing is very good.
Flashlights and headlamps are not required but OK to bring if you wish.
We updated the course in 2019. The run course is a two-loop route.
We have added a one-loop course for Walkers only.
Note: Only the run route will qualify for the Dirty Dozen. However, the one lap course WILL qualify for participation points.
INDIVIDUAL EVENT AWARDS:
The overall top male and overall top female Runner. There are no awards for the walking course.
age-graded awards.
randomly drawn door prizes.
You must be present to win any random drawing and you cannot accept for someone else, so stick around!
T-SHIRTS:
Dirt Day Trail series Tech shirts will also be available for purchase at the race. These shirts are being sold by Fleet Feet and are $20 each while supplies last.
AMENITIES:
We will have a variety of treats for you.
REGISTRATION FEE:
Registration Fee: $23.50. Online Registration Only.
Kids 14 and under will receive a $5 discount at checkout.
We also offer a season pass for the entire Dirt Days Trail Series. One price covers all eight events. More information. [https://runsignup.com/w/DirtDaysTrailSeries/Page/Info#section-AllInclusiveSeasonPass]
Register online through Race Day in advance or at the venue from your phone.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PICK UP:
There is no early packet pick up for this event. Check in on day of race is from 7:30 PM THROUGH 8:45 PM
THE DIRT DAYS TRAIL SERIES:
This is the sixth and next-to-last leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 9:00 PM
DATE IS TENTATIVE PENDING PARK APPROVAL
GLENWOOD GARDENS HAMILTON COUNTY PARK
GLENWOOD GARDENS NIGHT LIGHTS RUN. UNIQUE NIGHT RUN THROUGH THE PARK.
THIS EVENT BEGINS AT 9:00 PM ON SATURDAY EVENING.
COURSE WILL BE MARKED WITH COLORED LIGHTS. PATHWAYS ARE EASY TO FOLLOW AND FOOTING IS VERY GOOD.
HEADLAMPS AND/OR FLASHLIGHTS ARE NOT REQUIRED BUT OK TO BRING IF YOU WISH.
THIS EVENT IS A POINTS QUALIFIER FOR THE DIRT DAYS TRAIL SERIES
LOCATION:
LINK TO GLENWOOD GARDENS WEB PAGE [http://www.greatparks.org/parks/glenwood-gardens]
Glenwood Gardens Park, 10397 SPRINGFIELD PIKE CINCINNATI, OH 45215 [https://goo.gl/maps/GQZxPjK7oBF15XVQA]
GPS COORDINATES: 39.258557, -84.472715 [https://goo.gl/maps/6qSU2dHmcQe92Dkh9]
GREAT PARKS OF HAMILTON COUNTY:
You may be asked to show a valid park pass when entering the park. Daily passes are available
THE COURSE:
Course will be marked with colored lights. Pathways are easy to follow and footing is very good.
Flashlights and headlamps are not required but OK to bring if you wish.
We updated the course in 2019. The run course is a two-loop route.
We have added a one-loop course for Walkers only.
Note: Only the run route will qualify for the Dirty Dozen. However, the one lap course WILL qualify for participation points.
INDIVIDUAL EVENT AWARDS:
The overall top male and overall top female Runner. There are no awards for the walking course.
age-graded awards.
randomly drawn door prizes.
You must be present to win any random drawing and you cannot accept for someone else, so stick around!
T-SHIRTS:
Dirt Day Trail series Tech shirts will also be available for purchase at the race. These shirts are being sold by Fleet Feet and are $20 each while supplies last.
AMENITIES:
We will have a variety of treats for you.
REGISTRATION FEE:
Registration Fee: $23.50. Online Registration Only.
Kids 14 and under will receive a $5 discount at checkout.
We also offer a season pass for the entire Dirt Days Trail Series. One price covers all eight events. More information. [https://runsignup.com/w/DirtDaysTrailSeries/Page/Info#section-AllInclusiveSeasonPass]
Register online through Race Day in advance or at the venue from your phone.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PICK UP:
There is no early packet pick up for this event. Check in on day of race is from 7:30 PM THROUGH 8:45 PM
THE DIRT DAYS TRAIL SERIES:
This is the sixth and next-to-last leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series.
Races
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Night Lights Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00PM EDT)
$26.00
This event takes place on paved and unpaved paths. Course will be marked with colored beacons placed along the course. This is a two-loop course and is listed as 3.26 Miles. Actual distance may vary. -
Night Lights Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00PM EDT)
$26.00
This is a one-loop course for walkers only. Distance is approximately 2 miles.
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