
From the Organizer
Join us for the ultimate Glow Party before and after this 5k. This is a Healthy Heart! Healthy Mind! Race.
The Nutcracker 5K Glow Run is an entire evening of FUNdraising hosted by Billsburg Brewery and the proceeds will go to SI Dance's production of The Nutcracker. Runners and Walkers will start and finish just outside the Billsburg Brewery picnic area.
This is a USATF certified 5K course VA20012RT. Awards go to the Top Three males and females overall and the top three male and females in age groups 10 and under, 11-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-74, 75 and over. Top three male and female competitive walkers.
The first 250 registered 5K runners and walkers receive a custom race shirt and a beautiful custom die-cast finisher medal. All participants will receive glow accessories, water and post race snacks, entertainment and admission to the pre & post race GLOW PARTY with a Williamsburg Favorite: DJ Bean Duncan and a complimentary Billsburg beer, slushy or handcrafted cocktail ( for those of legal drinking age). We will also have a special Neon Night Market until 7pm. Wear your best Neon & Bright colored gear and come light up the night with us this summer!
Proceeds benefit Si Dance Studio. Packet Pickup directly before race, starting at 6pm in the Pavilion.
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Weather
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
70°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Williamsburg 2 N, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
70 ft
Nearest Airport
PHF
Newport News Williamsburg International Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Nutcracker 5k Glow Run
Jul 11, 2026