Twas the Night Before 5K
- Date Tue 1st December 2026
- Time 6:00PM EST
- Location Columbiana, Ohio
- Price $35.13
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a festive evening of fun and fitness at the 14th annual "Twas the Night Before 5K" on Tuesday, December 1st, 2026! This exciting event will take place at Firestone Park in Columbiana, Ohio, starting at 6:00 PM. Participants will enjoy a scenic 5K run/walk that winds through the enchanting Joy of Christmas light show, featuring over 1,000,000 dazzling lights!
Runners and walkers will begin and finish near Pavilion #1, adjacent to Mirror Lake. Each registration includes a stylish long sleeve participant shirt, a commemorative finisher medal, and a chip-timed custom bib number. Don’t miss out—online registration closes on November 28th, and all participants must pick up their packets in advance. Celebrate your achievement with awards for the top finishers, delicious cookies, and festive music from a live DJ! Plus, join the free after party at Birdfish Brewery for warm soup and family-friendly fun. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable night filled with holiday spirit and community camaraderie!
Runners and walkers will begin and finish near Pavilion #1, adjacent to Mirror Lake. Each registration includes a stylish long sleeve participant shirt, a commemorative finisher medal, and a chip-timed custom bib number. Don’t miss out—online registration closes on November 28th, and all participants must pick up their packets in advance. Celebrate your achievement with awards for the top finishers, delicious cookies, and festive music from a live DJ! Plus, join the free after party at Birdfish Brewery for warm soup and family-friendly fun. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable night filled with holiday spirit and community camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
Join the Siembida & Boggs Philanthropic Foundation for the 14th annual "Twas the Night Before 5K" taking place on Tuesday, December 1st, 2026, at Firestone Park in Columbiana. The 5K run/walk will begin at 6:00pm and is chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown. The start and finish line are located near Pavilion #1 which is next to Mirror Lake.
The address for Firestone Park is: 338 E. Park Avenue, Columbiana, Ohio 44408.
The race takes participants through the Joy of Christmas light show which features over 1,000,000 lights!
Your registration includes a participant long sleeve shirt, commemorative finisher medal and chip-timed custom bib number.
Online registration for our event will close on Saturday, November 28th at midnight. We will not be accepting any registrations after this date.
All participants will be required to pick up their packets prior to the race. There will be no race day packet pick-up or registration. Packet pick-up dates and locations are:
- Saturday, November 28th from 12pm-3pm at Fleet Feet Boardman. The address for Fleet Feet is: 1449 Boardman-Canfield Road #250, Youngstown, Ohio 44512.
- Sunday, November 29th from 12pm-3pm at Birdfish Brewery. The address for Birdfish is: 140 E. Park Avenue, Columbiana, Ohio 44408.
You will choose your packet pick-up location during registration. Your packet will include your commemorative medal, long sleeve participant shirt, and chip-timed custom bib number.
REGISTRATION PRICES INCREASE ON NOVEMBER 1ST.
We also offer a virtual 5K option. You may choose to pick up your packet during the selected time slot or we can mail your packet for $11.
Awards to the following:
Top three overall males/top three overall females.
Top three males/females in age categories: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up.
Please note that 5K awards will be presented inside the pavilion next to the finish line shortly after participants finish. Cookies are available for participants inside Pavilion #1, and we will have a DJ playing festive music!
A free after party, including soup for participants, takes place at Birdfish Brewery, which is family-friendly, and is just a short distance from the race!
PLEASE BE AWARE DUE TO THE SIZE OF THE EVENT, THE DARKNESS, AND LACK OF SPACE THAT THE ONLY DOGS PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT ARE SERVICE DOGS IN THE APPROPRIATE SERVICE HARNESSES.
The address for Firestone Park is: 338 E. Park Avenue, Columbiana, Ohio 44408.
The race takes participants through the Joy of Christmas light show which features over 1,000,000 lights!
Your registration includes a participant long sleeve shirt, commemorative finisher medal and chip-timed custom bib number.
Online registration for our event will close on Saturday, November 28th at midnight. We will not be accepting any registrations after this date.
All participants will be required to pick up their packets prior to the race. There will be no race day packet pick-up or registration. Packet pick-up dates and locations are:
- Saturday, November 28th from 12pm-3pm at Fleet Feet Boardman. The address for Fleet Feet is: 1449 Boardman-Canfield Road #250, Youngstown, Ohio 44512.
- Sunday, November 29th from 12pm-3pm at Birdfish Brewery. The address for Birdfish is: 140 E. Park Avenue, Columbiana, Ohio 44408.
You will choose your packet pick-up location during registration. Your packet will include your commemorative medal, long sleeve participant shirt, and chip-timed custom bib number.
REGISTRATION PRICES INCREASE ON NOVEMBER 1ST.
We also offer a virtual 5K option. You may choose to pick up your packet during the selected time slot or we can mail your packet for $11.
Awards to the following:
Top three overall males/top three overall females.
Top three males/females in age categories: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up.
Please note that 5K awards will be presented inside the pavilion next to the finish line shortly after participants finish. Cookies are available for participants inside Pavilion #1, and we will have a DJ playing festive music!
A free after party, including soup for participants, takes place at Birdfish Brewery, which is family-friendly, and is just a short distance from the race!
PLEASE BE AWARE DUE TO THE SIZE OF THE EVENT, THE DARKNESS, AND LACK OF SPACE THAT THE ONLY DOGS PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT ARE SERVICE DOGS IN THE APPROPRIATE SERVICE HARNESSES.
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