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Running of the Lights
Clemmons, North Carolina · Friday, January 1, 2027 · 5K, 1.8 Miles
Official race page & registration ↗Running of the Lights takes place on Friday, January 1, 2027 in Clemmons, North Carolina. The race offers 2 distances: 5K, 1.8 Miles. For anyone travelling in, Winston-Salem is about 10 miles away.
It is one of 29 races on the North Carolina calendar that January. At $20, entry sits below the $25 median for a North Carolina 5K. Unusually for a race, it falls on a Friday.
- Date
- Friday, January 1, 2027
- Location
- Clemmons, North Carolina
- Distances
- 5K, 1.8 Miles
- Entry fee
- from $20
Listing from the 2027 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Clemmons: check in Dec 31, out Jan 2.
Common questions
When is Running of the Lights?
Running of the Lights is scheduled for Friday, January 1, 2027.
Where is Running of the Lights held?
Running of the Lights is held in Clemmons, North Carolina. It is about 10 miles from Winston-Salem.
What distances does Running of the Lights offer?
The listed distances are 5K, 1.8 Miles.
How much does Running of the Lights cost?
Entry is listed from $20. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for Running of the Lights?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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