BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK for NICU families
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 7:00 PM CDT
- Location
- Texarkana, TX
- 2600 Saint Michael Drive, 75503
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
A glowing evening 5K supporting NICU families, encouraging you to shine bright for a meaningful cause.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
Quirky
For a CauseJoin the inaugural BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK to support NICU families during Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Awareness Month. This unique evening event begins at dusk on the CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital campus, guiding you along the beautiful Sisters' Trail. As darkness falls, runners are encouraged to "Be The Light" with glow accessories, creating a supportive and memorable experience for a vital cause. Your participation directly helps families navigating their NICU journey.
What to expect
An evening 5K beginning at dusk, transitioning into a run under the stars.A course that winds through the beautiful Sisters' Trail.Embrace the "Be The Light" theme by wearing your brightest glow.
Standout details
- Evening run starting at dusk
- "Be The Light" glow theme
- Supports NICU families
- Beautiful Sisters' Trail
Perks & features
- Stroller Friendly
Stroller FriendlyFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
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Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Sep 12, 7:00 PM CDT · From $38.10
Opens May 1, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Sep 11, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT
BE THE LIGHT Lantern/Candle Release
Sat, Sep 12, 8:00 PM CDT · From $16.90
Opens May 1, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Sep 12, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT
ALL TUCKED IN
Sat, Sep 12, 7:00 PM CDT · From $22.20
Opens May 1, 2026, 6:10 AM CDT · Closes Sep 12, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoingwarm-day exposure
- Warm season
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
Welcome to the inaugural BE THE LIGHT 5K RUN/WALK hosted by Fearfully and Wonderfully Made! September is NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the unit for the super sick babies and babies born prematurely) awareness month, and we want to "shine the light" on all things NICU. The incredible staff, the amazing parents, but most of all, NICU warriors! By participating in the BE THE LIGHT 5K, you will be partnering with Fearfully and Wonderfully Made to help support NICU families through their NICU journey and beyond! This race will start at dusk (7pm) at the CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital campus in Texarkana, TX and wind through the beautiful Sisters' Trail down Galleria Oaks Drive to Robin Lane and back, ending again at the Christus St. Michael campus once it is dark. Not to worry though! Runners are encouraged to embrace what it means to BE THE LIGHT in the darkness! The more glow the better! Let's show these NICU families that their community is ready to show up and BE THE LIGHT for them!
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