Hands of Light 5k (Glow Run)
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Past event
8:30 PM EDT
Morganton, North Carolina
$38.10 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Hands of Light 5K (Glow Run) taking place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in the vibrant Downtown Morganton, Burke. This exciting event kicks off at 6 PM with a family-friendly atmosphere featuring delicious food trucks, fun inflatables, face painting, and much more. As the sun sets, participants will embark on a glowing 5K run, lighting up the streets with dazzling decorations and the spirit of community. Dress to impress in your most outrageous outfits and glow accessories, and enjoy a high-energy post-race dance party with black lights and a playlist filled with summer hits and nostalgic throwbacks.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun night out with family and friends, the Hands of Light 5K is perfect for everyone! Registration is just $35 if you sign up by October 3rd, ensuring you receive a t-shirt, glow swag, and a glow-in-the-dark medal. After this illuminating run, join us for a fantastic after-party that celebrates community spirit while supporting a great cause—the Hope Pantry, which provides essential supplies and food to families in need. Don’t miss out on this incredible night of fun, fitness, and philanth
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun night out with family and friends, the Hands of Light 5K is perfect for everyone! Registration is just $35 if you sign up by October 3rd, ensuring you receive a t-shirt, glow swag, and a glow-in-the-dark medal. After this illuminating run, join us for a fantastic after-party that celebrates community spirit while supporting a great cause—the Hope Pantry, which provides essential supplies and food to families in need. Don’t miss out on this incredible night of fun, fitness, and philanth
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Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:30 PM EDT
$38.10
Organiser's description
The Hands of Light 5K is a glow run lighting up Downtown Morganton on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The fun starts at 6pm with a family friendly event hosted at the Courthouse Square including food trucks, inflatables, face painting, and more. The race race will begin at sunset, participants are required to arrive by 8:00pm.
WHAT TO EXPECT
* A fun run through downtown filled with glowing areas
* Rock your tackiest outfit and glow accessories
* Family-friendly fun starting at 6 food trucks, inflatables, face painting, and more
* A high-energy post-race dance party with black lights, summer hits, and throwback jams as you cross the finish line
WILL THE RACE BE TIMED?
We will informally time the race in order to capture awards for 1st-3rd place.
WHAT IS THE COST AND WHAT IS INCLUDED IN WITH MY REGISTRATION?
Participants who sign up before the Early Registration Deadline of October 3rd will be guaranteed a t-shirt, glow swag, and glow in the dark medal. Participants who sign up after October 4th will receive these items while supplies last.
Early Registration: $35
Late Registration: $40
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE RUN?
There will be an after post run party with the best hits of the summer and well known throwbacks. There will be lights, backlights, and glow!
WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS EVENT?
This annual 5k is a fundraiser for our Hope Pantry which provides essential supplies and food to families in need.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Please contact Carlos Foster at [email protected]!
WHAT TO EXPECT
* A fun run through downtown filled with glowing areas
* Rock your tackiest outfit and glow accessories
* Family-friendly fun starting at 6 food trucks, inflatables, face painting, and more
* A high-energy post-race dance party with black lights, summer hits, and throwback jams as you cross the finish line
WILL THE RACE BE TIMED?
We will informally time the race in order to capture awards for 1st-3rd place.
WHAT IS THE COST AND WHAT IS INCLUDED IN WITH MY REGISTRATION?
Participants who sign up before the Early Registration Deadline of October 3rd will be guaranteed a t-shirt, glow swag, and glow in the dark medal. Participants who sign up after October 4th will receive these items while supplies last.
Early Registration: $35
Late Registration: $40
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE RUN?
There will be an after post run party with the best hits of the summer and well known throwbacks. There will be lights, backlights, and glow!
WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS EVENT?
This annual 5k is a fundraiser for our Hope Pantry which provides essential supplies and food to families in need.
HAVE QUESTIONS? Please contact Carlos Foster at [email protected]!
Location
102 East Union St, Morganton, 28655, NC, United States
Hands of Light 5k (Glow Run)
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