Light the Torch 5k Night Run 2023

Saturday, September 30 – Friday, October 6, 2023 Past event

8:00 PM CDT

Wheaton, Illinois

$49.54 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready to light up the night at the 10th Annual Light the Torch 5K Night Run on Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Wheaton, DuPage! This vibrant event invites runners and walkers of all ages to don their neon attire and glow sticks for an unforgettable race through scenic luminary lanes in downtown Wheaton. Beginning at 7 PM at the Central Athletic Complex, participants will not only enjoy the thrill of a chip-timed 5K but also contribute to great causes supported by FT Cares Foundation.

After the race, the fun continues with live entertainment, carnival rides, crafts, and a delightful food and beer garden at October Fest, hosted by the DuPage County Historical Museum. The event promises an exciting atmosphere filled with glow giveaways, so don't forget to bring your own light-up accessories! Registration includes a commemorative shirt and plenty of glow-in-the-dark surprises. Join us in celebrating a decade of this amazing community event, and make sure to light up the night with us!

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Races

In Person Race Registration

Incl. $4.54 Fee & T-Shirt

Join us on Saturday, September 30 at 7P for this evening run!

Saturday, Sep 30, 2023 (8:00 PM CDT)

$49.54

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Virtual Race Registration
Virtual

Incl. $4.54 Fee & T-Shirt

Can't make it to the in-person race? Register for the virtual race and run on your own time!

Saturday, Sep 30, 2023 (8:00 PM CDT)

$49.54

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Organiser's description

Throw on your neon and glow sticks and race through luminary lanes at the 10TH ANNUAL LIGHT THE TORCH 5K NIGHT RUN! Presented in partnership by the Wheaton Park District and FT Cares Foundation, this 5K run/walk is a unique race through downtown Wheaton after sunset and supports some amazing causes. After the race, participants can enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, crafts, and a food and beer garden at October Fest, hosted by DuPage County Historical Museum!

COME DECKED OUT TO CELEBRATE 10 YEARS OF THIS AMAZING RACE! If this run wasnt flashy enough, our glow giveaways should do the trick. Got your own light-up necklaces, bracelets, rings, or headbands? What about a pair of those awesome shoes that change colors with each step you take? The more glow, the better. Registration includes a commemorative shirt and glow giveaways. Shirt sizes are first-come, first-served.

This is a chip-timed race. Overall winners and individual age category winners are determined by chip time.

RACE DETAILS
- Saturday, September 30 | 7P Race Start | Central Athletic Complex (500 S Naperville Rd.)
- Virtual Race | Run on your own time and submit race results from September 30 - October 8

PACKET PICK-UP
- Thursday, September 28 | 10A-7P | Central Athletic Complex Gym (500 S Naperville Rd.)
- Saturday, September 30 | 5:30-6:45P | Central Athletic Complex Gym (500 S Naperville Rd.)