Red Nose 5K and 1 Mile Light Walk
- Date Fri 11th December 2026
- Time 9:00PM EST
- Location Rocky Mount, Virginia
- Price $13.72
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting Red Nose 5K and 1 Mile Light Walk on Friday, December 11, 2026, in the beautiful Rocky Mount, Franklin! This one-night-only event takes place at the stunning Land of Lights in Franklin County's Recreation Park, the largest drive-through light display within 150 miles. Get ready to immerse yourself in a magical holiday atmosphere as you run or walk through the most illuminated 5K course in Virginia. The flat, paved half-mile loop invites participants to complete six laps for the true 5K distance or two laps for the delightful 1-mile light walk.
Dress in your most festive holiday attire and arrive by 8:30 PM for check-in, as the race kicks off at 9:00 PM. Don't miss the chance to earn a finisher medal and compete for awards in various age groups. Please note that registration is required in advance, with a deadline of December 10, 2026. Parking is available at the gravel lot adjacent to Sontag Rd. (Rt. 619), so arrive early and tune in to FM radio 107.7 for a preview of the dazzling course. All proceeds from this festive event will benefit local youth running organizations. Lace
Dress in your most festive holiday attire and arrive by 8:30 PM for check-in, as the race kicks off at 9:00 PM. Don't miss the chance to earn a finisher medal and compete for awards in various age groups. Please note that registration is required in advance, with a deadline of December 10, 2026. Parking is available at the gravel lot adjacent to Sontag Rd. (Rt. 619), so arrive early and tune in to FM radio 107.7 for a preview of the dazzling course. All proceeds from this festive event will benefit local youth running organizations. Lace
Organiser's Description
Land of Lights at Franklin County's Recreation Park is the largest drive through light display within 150 miles.
One night only, it will be open to foot traffic. (_Registration required to participate)_
Run or walk your way through the best illuminated 5K course in the state of Virginia. The paved, flat, half-mile loop, will require 6 laps to achieve a true 5K distance and 2 laps for the 1 mile light run. Walkers and runners are encouraged to dress in their most festive holiday attire.
Participants should arrive no later than 8:30 for check in. Run begins at 9:00pm. There will be no day of registration allowed. Registration deadline is 12/10/26. Finisher medal will be given. Awards will be issued for top 3 of each age group.
Please park at the gravel parking lot adjacent Sontag Rd. (Rt. 619) at the entrance of Recreation Park. Arrive early and tune your FM radio to 107.7 for a drive around the course prior to parking.
ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARDS LOCAL YOUTH RUNNING ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDING:
Franklin County Cross Country
Christian Heritage Academy
Faith Christian School
Franklin County Youth Trail Runners
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
Franklin County Cross Country, Rotary Club of Rocky Mount, Zaxbys of Rocky Mount.
Timing services provided by Run Roanoke.
Event brought to you by Franklin County Parks and Recreation.
One night only, it will be open to foot traffic. (_Registration required to participate)_
Run or walk your way through the best illuminated 5K course in the state of Virginia. The paved, flat, half-mile loop, will require 6 laps to achieve a true 5K distance and 2 laps for the 1 mile light run. Walkers and runners are encouraged to dress in their most festive holiday attire.
Participants should arrive no later than 8:30 for check in. Run begins at 9:00pm. There will be no day of registration allowed. Registration deadline is 12/10/26. Finisher medal will be given. Awards will be issued for top 3 of each age group.
Please park at the gravel parking lot adjacent Sontag Rd. (Rt. 619) at the entrance of Recreation Park. Arrive early and tune your FM radio to 107.7 for a drive around the course prior to parking.
ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARDS LOCAL YOUTH RUNNING ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDING:
Franklin County Cross Country
Christian Heritage Academy
Faith Christian School
Franklin County Youth Trail Runners
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
Franklin County Cross Country, Rotary Club of Rocky Mount, Zaxbys of Rocky Mount.
Timing services provided by Run Roanoke.
Event brought to you by Franklin County Parks and Recreation.
Races
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Red Nose 5K
Incl. $1.72 Fee
Fri 11th December 2026 (9:00PM EST)
$13.72
5K runners will complete 6 laps around the paved loop. Awards will be issued to the top 3 finishers of each age group. Proceeds will be given to support the club/team/organization of your choice. The more participants associated with your organization the more funds will be raised. -
One Mile Light Walk
Incl. $1.72 Fee
Fri 11th December 2026 (9:00PM EST)
$13.72
The one mile walk is a non-competitive walking category to enjoy the holiday lights at a slower pace. Proceeds will be given to support the club/team/organization of your choice. The more participants associated with your organization the more funds will be raised. Please come dressed in your most festive holiday attire.
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2150 Sontag Road, Rocky Mount, 24151, VA, United States
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