Friday Night Lights 5K
About this race
Friday Night Lights 5K – July 17, 2026
Location: Jerome T Osborne Senior Stadium
Start Time: 9:00 PM
Get ready for a night at the movies on the run! The Friday Night Lights 5K is a high-energy nighttime race themed around a different movie each year, bringing cinematic magic to the course. From the decorations to the vibe, everything ties into this year’s film… but here’s the twist—the movie theme will stay top secret until closer to race day! Lace up, hit the lights, and be part of the big reveal as you run under the stars in this one-of-a-kind, movie-inspired 5K experience.
Registration includes a finisher medal, and T-Shirt
Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Thursday, July 16th from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Race day packet pick-up will be at Jerome T Osborne Stadium (race location) from 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9:00pm.
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- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
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- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 11 Mentor events
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