Hands of Light 5k (Glow Run)

🌟 Race Overview

The Hands of Light 5K is a glow run lighting up Downtown Morganton on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The fun starts at 6pm with a family friendly event hosted at the Courthouse Square including food trucks, inflatables, face painting, and more. The race will begin at sunset, participants are required to arrive by 8:00pm.

🎉 What to Expect

• Fun Run: A fun run through downtown filled with glowing areas
• Dress Up: Rock your tackiest outfit and glow accessories
• Family-Friendly Activities: Starting at 6:00pm: food trucks, inflatables, face painting, and more
• Post-Race Party: A high-energy post-race dance party with black lights, summer hits, and throwback jams as you cross the finish line

⏱️ Race Timing

We will informally time the race in order to capture awards for 1st-3rd place.

💰 Registration Costs

Participants who sign up before the Early Registration Deadline of October 3rd will be guaranteed a t-shirt, glow swag, and glow in the dark medal. Participants who sign up after October 4th will receive these items while supplies last.

• Early Registration: $35
• Late Registration: $40

🎶 After the Run

There will be an after post run party with the best hits of the summer and well known throwbacks. There will be lights, backlights, and glow!

💖 Event Importance

This annual 5k is a fundraiser for our Hope Pantry which provides essential supplies and food to families in need.

❓ Contact Information

Have questions? Please contact Carlos Foster at cfoster@handshope.org!

📍 Event Location

The race will take place at 102 East Union St, Morganton, NC.

🔗 More Information

For additional details, visit the official race page.