MCRRC Run Under the Lights
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 6:15PM EST
- Location Gaithersburg, Maryland
- Price Free - $42.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an enchanting evening at the MCRRC Run Under the Lights on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in Gaithersburg, Montgomery! This exciting 5K Run/Walk invites participants to experience the stunning Winter Lights Festival at Seneca Creek State Park, featuring over 380 illuminated vignettes and 65 animated displays that create a truly magical atmosphere. As runners and walkers navigate through the park, they will enjoy a unique and festive experience, with roads closed to traffic for their safety.
While this year's race is fully sold out, you can still get involved by joining the waitlist or volunteering for this spectacular event. Race registration includes entry to the park and on-site parking, making it easy for everyone to join in on the fun. Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate the season and enjoy a night of light and activity in the heart of Gaithersburg!
While this year's race is fully sold out, you can still get involved by joining the waitlist or volunteering for this spectacular event. Race registration includes entry to the park and on-site parking, making it easy for everyone to join in on the fun. Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate the season and enjoy a night of light and activity in the heart of Gaithersburg!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO RUN UNDER THE LIGHTS!
THE 2024 RACE IS FULLY SOLD OUT. PLEASE CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING OR YOU MAY JOIN THE WAITLIST. THE WAITLIST WILL CLOSE ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH. THE LAST DAY TO REQUEST A REFUND (PLEASE READ THE POLICY ON THIS WEBSITE BEFORE REQUESTING) OR TRANSFER IS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH. NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFER REQUESTS WILL BE PROCESSED AFTER NOVEMBER 13TH FOR ANY REASON. AGAIN, PLEASE BE SURE TO READ THE POLICY ON THIS WEBSITE BEFORE REQUESTING A REFUND OR A TRANSFER. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.
The City of Gaithersburg, in partnership with the Montgomery County Road Runners Club, invites all runners and walkers to participate in a 5K Run/Walk in the magical setting of Gaithersburgs Winter Lights Festival at Seneca Creek State Park. Winter Lights features more than 380 illuminated vignettes and 65 animated displays. Runners and walkers will utilize the roads through the Park during the race. Roads will be closed to traffic except for Emergency Vehicles and vehicles required for race management. RACE REGISTRATION INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE PARK AND PARKING IS ON-SITE AND FREE OF CHARGE.
If you are unable to participate in the race, please consider volunteering instead. This is a sellout race and a waitlist will be in effect. Please refer to the "Waitlist, Transfers & Refunds" tab for important informatoin and deadlines. The deadline will be strictly adhered to. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
THE 2024 RACE IS FULLY SOLD OUT. PLEASE CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING OR YOU MAY JOIN THE WAITLIST. THE WAITLIST WILL CLOSE ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH. THE LAST DAY TO REQUEST A REFUND (PLEASE READ THE POLICY ON THIS WEBSITE BEFORE REQUESTING) OR TRANSFER IS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH. NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFER REQUESTS WILL BE PROCESSED AFTER NOVEMBER 13TH FOR ANY REASON. AGAIN, PLEASE BE SURE TO READ THE POLICY ON THIS WEBSITE BEFORE REQUESTING A REFUND OR A TRANSFER. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.
The City of Gaithersburg, in partnership with the Montgomery County Road Runners Club, invites all runners and walkers to participate in a 5K Run/Walk in the magical setting of Gaithersburgs Winter Lights Festival at Seneca Creek State Park. Winter Lights features more than 380 illuminated vignettes and 65 animated displays. Runners and walkers will utilize the roads through the Park during the race. Roads will be closed to traffic except for Emergency Vehicles and vehicles required for race management. RACE REGISTRATION INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE PARK AND PARKING IS ON-SITE AND FREE OF CHARGE.
If you are unable to participate in the race, please consider volunteering instead. This is a sellout race and a waitlist will be in effect. Please refer to the "Waitlist, Transfers & Refunds" tab for important informatoin and deadlines. The deadline will be strictly adhered to. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.40 Fee
Sat 22nd November 2025 (6:15PM EST)
$42.40
OPENS SEP 25 -
City of Gaithersburg Staff (Reserved Entries)
Sat 22nd November 2025 (6:15PM EST)
Free
OPENS SEP 25
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