When
Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Where
27963 Budds Creek Rd, Mechanicsville MD
Distance
5K
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Blacklight Run™
- Date: July 11, 2026
- Location: 27963 Budds Creek Rd, Mechanicsville, MD
- Registration Link: Register Here
About the Race
- Fun Atmosphere: The Blacklight Run™ is none other than the brightest, most fun 5K out there.
- Inclusive Participation: We welcome any and all participants looking for a glowing good time.
- Personal Pace: Whether you sprint it, run it, or walk it, it doesn’t matter to us!
- Memorable Experience: This up to three miles race will be the best event you’ve ever spent with your friends and family—we promise.
Race Rules
- Attire: Wear a white shirt (any white T-shirt will work).
- Glow Powder: You will finish covered in Blacklight Run™ UV Glow Powder.
- Unique Experience: You will look like you fell into a Ghost Buster’s movie (minus the slime).
- Night Event: This is the first of its kind at night and is quickly sweeping the nation!
Event Details and Schedule
- Packet Pick-up: Date and time will be emailed before the event. Bring a photo ID.
- Same-Day Fee: There is a $5.00 fee to pick up your packet on race day.
- Pre-Ordered Merchandise: Items must be picked up by start time on race day or at packet pickup.
- Race Day Packet Pickup: You'll incur a same-day fee of $5 (Cash Only) if registering on race day.
Parking Information
- Parking Fee: There is up to a $20 fee (cash only) for parking.
- Arrive Early: Please arrive early to avoid traffic.
- No Bag Check: Please note that there is NO bag check: leave your valuables in the car.
- Starting Line: Waves of runners will be released every 2-5 minutes at the start time.
Race Details
- Race Bib: Attach your race bib to the front of your shirt with the safety pins provided.
- Pre-Race Party: Starts 45 minutes before the race with music and free glow gear.
- Spectator Access: No charge for spectators: carpool to the event!
- Water Stations: There will be a water station on the course and at the finish line.
Post-Race Festivities
- After Race Party: Stay for an amazing Blacklight Run After Party.
- Glow Experience: Glow Powder will be sprayed across the crowd under the most Blacklights ever seen assembled.
Refund Policy
- No Refunds: We do not offer refunds: please transfer your ticket to another athlete if you cannot join us.
- Questions: For more information, contact service@blacklightrun.com.
- FAQs: Check out our FAQ’s HERE.
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