City of Conway Under the Lights 5k Run/Walk

🎄 Race Overview

Under the Lights 5K presented by Conway Parks & Recreation

Get into the holiday spirit this year by joining us on Wednesday, Dec. 10th for the 6th Annual Under the Lights 5K Run/Walk in Downtown Conway, SC. Participants will run/walk through a light-guided course that includes a variety of magical light displays accompanied by many festive features sure to motivate you!

👗 Costume Contest

Come dressed in your favorite holiday attire for fun photo opportunities! Costume contest awards are given to the top 3 best in costume.

🐾 Pet Participation

Don’t forget your four-legged friend this year! Our 1-mile fun walk guided by Santa encourages you to walk your dog through our Christmas Village at the Marina so they too can experience the magic of the season. Park rules do apply, please keep dogs leashed and clean up after them.

🎽 Race Amenities

All participants of the 5K Run/Walk will receive a t-shirt and race packet plus a finisher medal. The 1-mile fun run/walk will receive a shirt and race packet. Shirt Sizes are Youth Large, S, M, L, XL, and XXL. Please note: Available shirt sizes upon registration can vary in size due to manufacturing and production.

📅 Event Details

• Race Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Location: 4th Elm St. Conway, SC

📦 Packet Pick-Up Info

Monday, December 8th at Conway Fitness Center: 1515 Mill Pond Rd, Conway, SC 29527 (1:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Wednesday, December 10th at Race Site 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM (4th Elm St. Conway SC, 29526)

🏁 Race Categories

5K Run/Walk (Awards based on Gun Time)
July 1 - July 31: $25
Aug 1 - Sept 15: $30
Sept 16 - Nov 6: $35
Nov 7 - Nov 30: $45
Dec 1 - Dec 6: $50

1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (not chip timed - no awards)
*Dogs allowed
July 1 - July 31: $20
Aug 1 - Nov 29: $25
Dec 1 - Dec 6: $30

🏆 5K Awards

5K Run/Walk (awards based on gun time)
Overall Male/Female 1, 2, 3 Place (gun-time)
Overall Masters Male/Female 1 Place (gun-time)

🎖️ 5K Age Groups

Male/Female 1, 2 Place (gun time)
0-10, 40-49
11-14, 50-59
15-19, 60-69
20-29, 70-79
30-39, 80-up

🎭 Costume Contest Awards

Costume contest 1, 2, 3 Place!

🗺️ Course Maps

5K Map - CLICK HERE
1 Mile Map - CLICK HERE

This family-friendly event is a wonderful opportunity to experience a little fun & a whole lot of excitement during this season of cheer!

In the Event of Flooding the Course/Routes will be adjusted accordingly

🔗 Registration Link

For more information, visit Race Registration.