Friday Night Lights 5k
- Date
- August 21, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Celebrate the kick off of high school football Friday night lights with the Devil Dogs (we have a bye week)! Run or walk with us to raise money for the Travelers Rest High School Football team.
This fundraiser supports more than just football—it helps build a gold standard program in Travelers Rest that unites all ages, strengthens community pride, and provides the necessary resources needed to develop a superior student athlete experience.
Safety and fun are both covered, with a City of Travelers Rest Police escort keeping your sprint smooth from start to finish. Then stick around for a post-race hangout with music and fun for the whole family.
If you're racing for bling, we've got top 3 age group awards, and with chip timing plus live results, your finish time hits the board instantly. PR and then party!
Event Details:
What: Friday Night Lights 5K
Where: Trailblazer Park – 235 Trailblazer Dr, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
When: Friday, August 21st
Time: Race Starts at 6:30pm (Packet Pickup opens at 5:30pm)
Bonus: 200-Meter Fun Run for kids 12 & under right after the 5K start!
Course Info: COURSE MAP HERE
The race begins with a zooming downhill mile, winds through the scenic neighborhoods of Travelers Rest, and finishes near the Trailblazer Park amphitheater and farmers market pavilion.
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Dog-friendly
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Stroller-friendly
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Walker-friendly
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
89°
Typical Low
71°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greenville Dwtn Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Travelers Rest, SC
Elevation
1,067 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 85 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Friday Night Lights 5k
- Date
- August 21, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Friday Night Lights 5k?
- Friday Night Lights 5k is a running race held in Travelers Rest, South Carolina on August 21, 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 Friday Night Lights 5k?
- Friday, August 21, 2026 in Travelers Rest, South Carolina at 235 Trailblazer Dr, Travelers Rest, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Friday Night Lights 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Friday Night Lights 5k
Aug 21, 2026