Lights for Life 5K
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk Virtual
From the Organizer
The team at Project 99 invites you to join us for the Lights for Life 5K, our signature mental health and suicide awareness campaign. This year’s event continues our mission to shine a light on suicide prevention and bring the conversation "out of the dark." Your participation helps us spread hope, raise awareness, and ensure that no one feels alone in their struggles.
By running, walking, or supporting this 5K, you are directly contributing to our efforts to educate local students and the broader community about mental health and suicide prevention. Project 99 Play for Life, Inc., is so grateful for the generous support that allows us to make an impact today and grow our mission for the future. All additional donations are tax-deductible and will help us expand our educational outreach, keeping students engaged and encouraging them to "stay in the game" and play for life.
In addition to participating in the race, we encourage youth to get involved behind the scenes, with opportunities to volunteer in event planning, preparation, and execution. Together, we can continue to build a community where mental health is prioritized, and no one is left in the dark.
Let's bring hope, awareness, and prevention into the light.
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
67°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fallbrook 5 Ne, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Murrieta, CA
Population
111,621
as of 2023
Elevation
1,124 ft
Nearest Airport
CLD
McClellan-Palomar Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
SBD
San Bernardino International Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Pacific 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 Lights for Life 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
187
Days to train
- Race
- Lights for Life 5K
- Date
- December 12, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Lights for Life 5K?
- Lights for Life 5K is a running race held in Murrieta, California on December 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 Lights for Life 5K?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Murrieta, California at 42200 Nighthawk Way, Murrieta, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Lights for Life 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Lights for Life 5K
Dec 12, 2026