Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO
- Date
- July 17, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk · 1 Mile Walk · Virtual Run
From the Organizer
Get ready for a night of unforgettable fun at the Night Light 5k this July! This family-friendly event is not just a run, but an experience filled with plenty of exciting features that will keep you entertained from start to finish.
DESCRIPTION: To start things off, we've got an amazing race start experience featuring cold sparks, confetti, and fog - all designed to get you pumped up and ready to go! And as you make your way through the course, you'll encounter a variety of fun features such as pump-up stations, on-course music, krakens tentacles, you'll run through a sharks jaw full of teeth, and glow-in-the-dark arches to keep you energized and motivated.
And that's not all - Registered participants will receive a custom item to commemorate their achievement and keep them stylish all summer long (great for running!). And for those looking for a sweet treat, we've got complimentary cotton candy and snow cones available to all participants.
MEDAL: To cap it all off, finishers will receive a commemorative light-up medal to remember this one-of-a-kind experience.
Don't miss out on the excitement of the Night Light 5k! Sign up today and get ready to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
WHAT YOU GET: Finish your 5k to earn your Light up Medal, Custom Apparel, Cotton Candy, Snow Cone, and LED Running Baton!
*Participants are encouraged to wear glow in the dark, glow sticks/apparel, etc.
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
68°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Springfield Wbo, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Springfield, MO
Population
169,432
as of 2023
Elevation
1,294 ft
Nearest Airport
SGF
Springfield Branson National Airport · 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.
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- Race
- Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO
- Date
- July 17, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO?
- Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO is a running race held in Springfield, Missouri on July 17, 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 Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO?
- Friday, July 17, 2026 in Springfield, Missouri at 2707 N Farm Rd 123, Springfield, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Night Light 5k | Springfield, MO
Jul 17, 2026