Twas the Night Before 5K
- Date
- December 1, 2026
- Location
- 338 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, OH
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Virtual Participant
From the Organizer
Join the Siembida & Boggs Philanthropic Foundation for the 14th annual "Twas the Night Before 5K" taking place on Tuesday, December 1st, 2026, at Firestone Park in Columbiana. The 5K run/walk will begin at 6:00pm and is chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown. The start and finish line are located near Pavilion #1 which is next to Mirror Lake.
The address for Firestone Park is: 338 E. Park Avenue, Columbiana, Ohio 44408.
The race takes participants through the Joy of Christmas light show which features over 1,000,000 lights!
Registration includes a participant long sleeve shirt, commemorative Rudolph finisher medal and chip-timed custom bib number. An optional limited-edition Santa medal is also available for purchase.
Online registration for our event will close on Saturday, November 28th at midnight. We will not accept any registrations after this date.
All participants will be required to pick up their packets prior to the race. There will be no race day packet pick-up or registration. Packet pick-up dates and locations are:
- Saturday, November 28th from 12pm-3pm at Fleet Feet Boardman. The address for Fleet Feet is: 1449 Boardman-Canfield Road #250, Youngstown, Ohio 44512.
- Sunday, November 29th from 12pm-3pm at Birdfish Brewery. The address for Birdfish is: 140 E. Park Avenue, Columbiana, Ohio 44408.
You will choose your packet pick-up location during registration. Your packet will include your commemorative medal, long sleeve participant shirt, and chip-timed custom bib number.
Registration prices increase on November 1st.
We also offer a virtual 5K option. You may choose to pick up your packet during the selected time slot, or we can mail your packet for $13.
Awards to the following:
Top three overall males/top three overall females.
Top three males/females in age categories: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up.
Please note that 5K awards will be presented inside the pavilion next to the finish line shortly after participants finish. Cookies are available for participants inside Pavilion #1, and we will have a DJ playing festive music!
A free after party for participants, takes place at Birdfish Brewery, which is family-friendly, and is just a short distance from the race!
Please be aware due to the size of the event, the darkness, and lack of space that the only dogs permitted at this event are service dogs in the appropriate service harnesses.
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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
43°
Typical Low
28°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Millport 4 Ne, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbiana, OH
Population
6,800
as of 2023
Elevation
1,121 ft
Nearest Airport
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Twas the Night Before 5K
- Date
- December 1, 2026
- Location
- 338 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, OH
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Twas the Night Before 5K?
- Twas the Night Before 5K is a running race held in Columbiana, Ohio on December 1, 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 Twas the Night Before 5K?
- Tuesday, December 1, 2026 in Columbiana, Ohio at 338 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Twas the Night Before 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Twas the Night Before 5K
Dec 1, 2026