Lightning Bug Boogie 5k Night Trail Run
Friday, August 23, 2024
Past event
9:00 PM EDT
Hickory, North Carolina
$20.00 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready to light up the night at the 3rd annual Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run on Friday, August 23rd, 2024! Located in the beautiful Lake Hickory Trails in Hickory, Catawba, this exciting event kicks off at 9:00 PM and promises an exhilarating experience for all participants. The challenging 5K course features off-road trails with hills, descents, tight turns, roots, and rocks, making it a thrilling adventure for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike.
Participants are encouraged to bring their headlamps or flashlights to illuminate the path ahead and ensure a safe and fun run. With age groups ranging from 0-9 to 70+, there’s a place for everyone to shine. Don't miss your chance to snag an event t-shirt by registering before August 2nd, and be sure to pick up your bib and shirt at the Highland Recreation Center or at the Hickory City Park Greenway Trailhead on race day. Join us for a night of fun, fitness, and community spirit under the stars!
Participants are encouraged to bring their headlamps or flashlights to illuminate the path ahead and ensure a safe and fun run. With age groups ranging from 0-9 to 70+, there’s a place for everyone to shine. Don't miss your chance to snag an event t-shirt by registering before August 2nd, and be sure to pick up your bib and shirt at the Highland Recreation Center or at the Hickory City Park Greenway Trailhead on race day. Join us for a night of fun, fitness, and community spirit under the stars!
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Lightning Bug Boogie 5k Night Trail Run
Includes T-Shirt
Lightning Bug costumes are a fun suggestion but are optional. There will be a prize for best "Bug".
Entries closed9:00 PM EDT
$20.00
Organiser's description
Lets get ready to Boogie! The 3rd annual Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Trail Run will take place on (re-scheduled to) FRIDAY, AUGUST 23RD STARTING AT 9:00 PM on the Lake Hickory Trails. This course will consist of off road trails that include hills, descents, tight turns, roots, rocks and other trail type features. All participants will be required to have a light in the form of a headlamp or flashlight.
Age groups are as follows:
0-9
10-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Top 3 overall Male and Female
(Top 3 M/F will not medal in age groups)
T-Shirts are only guaranteed to those that register on or before Friday, August 2nd. Some shirts may still be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Bib & Shirt pick up will take place on:
Thursday, August 21th from 8am-6pm at Highland Recreation Center
Friday, August 22th from 8am- EXTENDED UNTIL 6PM at Highland Recreation Center
Friday, August 23th from 7-8:45pm at Hickory City Park Greenway Trailhead
Age groups are as follows:
0-9
10-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Top 3 overall Male and Female
(Top 3 M/F will not medal in age groups)
T-Shirts are only guaranteed to those that register on or before Friday, August 2nd. Some shirts may still be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Bib & Shirt pick up will take place on:
Thursday, August 21th from 8am-6pm at Highland Recreation Center
Friday, August 22th from 8am- EXTENDED UNTIL 6PM at Highland Recreation Center
Friday, August 23th from 7-8:45pm at Hickory City Park Greenway Trailhead
Location
1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, 28601, NC, United States
Lightning Bug Boogie 5k Night Trail Run
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