BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK · BE THE LIGHT Lantern/Candle Release · CHILD accompanying adult AND/OR STROLLER (NO SHIRT FOR THE CHILD) & more
From the Organizer
Welcome to the inaugural BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK hosted by Fearfully and Wonderfully Made! September is NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the unit for the super sick babies and babies born prematurely) awareness month, and we want to "shine the light" on all things NICU. The incredible staff, the amazing parents, but most of all, NICU warriors! By participating in the BE THE LIGHT 5K, you will be partnering with Fearfully and Wonderfully Made to help support NICU families through their NICU journey and beyond! This race will start at dusk (7pm) at the CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital campus in Texarkana, TX and wind through the beautiful Sisters' Trail down Galleria Oaks Drive to Robin Lane and back, ending again at the Christus St. Michael campus once it is dark. Not to worry though! Runners are encouraged to embrace what it means to BE THE LIGHT in the darkness! The more glow the better! Let's show these NICU families that their community is ready to show up and BE THE LIGHT for them!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
88°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Texarkana.
Host City
About Texarkana, TX
Population
36,039
as of 2023
Elevation
299 ft
Nearest Airport
TXK
Texarkana Regional Airport (Webb Field) · 5 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
- Race
- BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families?
- BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families is a running race held in Texarkana, Texas on September 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Texarkana, Texas at 2600 Saint Michael Drive, Texarkana, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families
Sep 12, 2026